Pasteurized Blue Crab Meat in Can from Japan
Pasteurized blue crab meat (Callinectes sapidus) packed in airtight tin cans, ready for direct consumption in salads or dips. This falls under HTS 1605.10.20.51 as it is prepared crabmeat from Callinectes spp. in airtight containers. It meets the subheading note linking prepared products to Chapter 3 species.
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
• Verify species identification with CITES or FDA documentation to confirm Callinectes sapidus and avoid misclassification
• Ensure airtight containers meet FDA seafood HACCP standards; include lot traceability for recalls
• Check for anti-dumping duties on crabmeat from Asia; declare country of origin accurately