Imitation Crab Salad in Jar from Japan
A prepared salad made with surimi (pollock-based imitation crab containing fish meat), mayonnaise, celery, and onions, sealed in an airtight glass jar. Classified under HTS 1605.10.05.10 due to crab-like product with fish meat as a prepared meal in airtight container.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document surimi composition to prove fish meat inclusion; surimi is treated as crab product with fish base
• Ensure jar seal meets airtight standards to prevent duty shift to non-airtight subheadings
• Include country-of-origin labeling for surimi, often from Alaska pollock, and FDA prior notice