King Crab Leg Meat in Cans
Shelled and cooked king crab leg meat hermetically sealed in metal cans for long-term storage. Classified under HTS 1605.10.20.10 due to its preparation as preserved king crab specifically in airtight containers, distinguishing it from other packaging forms.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If other crab species like snow or Dungeness instead of king crab
The subheading specifies king crab; other species crabmeat in airtight containers uses the residual .20.90 code.
If packed in oil or vinegar and marketed as a pickle product
Aquatic invertebrates prepared in oil or vinegar shift to Chapter 20 for fruits, vegetables, and similar preserved items.
If sold as a retail set with sauces or seasonings
If presented as a complete meal kit set, it may classify under 'other prepared' rather than plain crabmeat.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Include commercial invoice detailing packing medium (e.g
• brine or oil) and ensure FDA prior notice for seafood imports
• Avoid common pitfalls like under-declaring value; use transaction value method with proof of arm's-length pricing
• Label with country of origin and 'product of [country]' to comply with COOL regulations for seafood
Related Products under HTS 1605.10.20.10
Canned King Crab Meat
Premium king crab meat packed in airtight tin cans, ready for direct consumption or use in gourmet dishes. This product is classified under HTS 1605.10.20.10 as prepared king crab in airtight containers, fitting the definition of preserved crustaceans from heading 1605. It undergoes cooking, shelling, and canning to ensure shelf stability.
Pasteurized King Crab Meat Tin
Heat-pasteurized king crab meat in airtight aluminum tins, ideal for high-end restaurants. This falls under HTS 1605.10.20.10 as crabmeat specifically of king crab species preserved in hermetic containers per Chapter 16 notes.
Gourmet King Crab Claw Meat Cans
Hand-packed king crab claw meat in premium airtight cans, processed for optimal flavor retention. HTS 1605.10.20.10 applies to this preserved king crab product in hermetically sealed containers as defined in subheading notes.
Alaskan Red King Crab Meat in Tins
Authentic Alaskan red king crab (Paralithodes camtschaticus) meat in airtight tins, cooked and pasteurized. This product matches HTS 1605.10.20.10 precisely as king crab crabmeat in airtight containers, per official species definitions.
Premium Canned King Crab Flakes
Flaked king crab meat from legs and claws, sealed in airtight cans for convenience. Classified in HTS 1605.10.20.10 as it's specifically king crab crabmeat preserved in hermetic containers, not requiring whole lump form.