Portunus pelagicus Crabmeat in Can

Canned swimming crabmeat from Portunus pelagicus, packed in airtight containers, ready for consumption as a seafood delicacy. This falls under HTS 1605.10.20.59 as prepared or preserved swimming crab (Portunidae) meat in airtight containers, not specifically cold-packed. It matches the subheading for other crabmeat from this family.

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.

1605.10.40.05Higher: 40% vs 35%

If from snow crab (Chionoecetes spp.)

Snow crab species fall under a separate subheading for other crabmeat, changing the classification based on specific Portunidae exclusion.

0306.17.00Same rate: 35%

If frozen uncooked crabmeat, not prepared/preserved

Unprocessed frozen crabmeat is classified in Chapter 3 as shelled or unshelled crustaceans, not under prepared products in Chapter 16.

1605Same rate: 35%

If blended with other seafood or imitation crab

Products containing mixtures of crustaceans or non-crab seafood shift to the 'other prepared aquatic invertebrates' subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify species identification as Portunus pelagicus or other Portunidae via documentation to avoid misclassification

Ensure airtight container compliance with FDA seafood HACCP and labeling for allergens like shellfish

Watch for antidumping duties on Asian-sourced swimming crabmeat; provide country-of-origin certificates