Crab Cake Imitation from China
Surimi-based imitation crab cakes, molded and steamed, non-oil packed ≤6.8 kg. Though crustacean-like, fish-based classifies under HTS 1604.20.25.00 as fish cakes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Disclose surimi base clearly; mislabeling as real crab risks penalties
• Section 609 applies if real shrimp used in production process
• Test for actual crustacean content to confirm Chapter 16 fish vs. 1605