Imitation Crab Salad with Pollock from Japan
A prepared seafood salad made from surimi (pollock-based imitation crab), mayonnaise, celery, and onions, ready for consumption. Classified under HTS 1605.10.05.90 because it contains crab-like products with fish meat (pollock) as a prepared meal.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Submit ingredient breakdown showing surimi's fish base (pollock) to justify 'containing fish meat' classification
• Comply with FDA prior notice for ready-to-eat seafood and allergen labeling for fish and shellfish
• Watch for CBP scrutiny on 'imitation' products; retain manufacturing records to prove crab flavoring doesn't dominate