Backfin Blue Crab Meat in Tin

Backfin portions of blue crab (C. sapidus) meat, cooked, pasteurized, and hermetically sealed in metal tins. This product is specifically under HTS 1605.10.20.51 for Callinectes spp. crabmeat in airtight containers, aligning with subheading notes on species identity.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

0306.93Lower: 10% vs 35%

If Cooked crustaceans not preserved shift to Chapter 3 other prepared crustaceans.

1605.10.60.10Same rate: 35%

If imitation crab made from blue crab with binders

Surimi-style products with added ingredients classified as 'imitation'.

0710.80.97Higher: 49.9% vs 35%

If dried or dehydrated crabmeat

Dehydration changes it to Chapter 7 frozen/dried legumes/vegetables, but seafood typically stays in 16.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Comply with Lacey Act declarations for species and harvest location to prevent seizures

Test for heavy metals and pathogens; retain lab reports for CBP examination

For refrigerated shipments, maintain cold chain documentation to avoid spoilage claims

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