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
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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