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Snow Crab Meat in Airtight Tin Can

Pasteurized snow crab meat (Chionoecetes opilio) packed in airtight tin cans, ready for retail consumption. This falls under HTS 1605.10.20.25 as 'other' snow crab meat in airtight containers, prepared and preserved from raw crab classified in Chapter 3. It excludes imitation or frozen forms.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1605.10.40.05Higher: 42.5% vs 37.5%

If from red or blue king crab species

Different crab species like king crab shift to separate subheadings within 1605.10 for specific varieties.

0306.17.00Same rate: 37.5%

If frozen rather than prepared/preserved

Frozen snow crab meat remains under Chapter 3 as minimally processed, not prepared or preserved.

1605.10.05.10Higher: 47.5% vs 37.5%

If in immediate containers under 680g net weight

Statistical breakout for smaller retail packs changes the specific subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify species certification for Chionoecetes opilio to avoid misclassification; ensure airtight containers meet FDA food safety standards

• Provide country-of-origin documentation as snow crab sources vary in duties