Pasteurized Blue Crab Meat in Cans from China
Pasteurized blue crab meat (Callinectes sapidus) packed in airtight tin cans, ready for direct consumption or use in recipes like crab cakes. This falls under HTS 1605.10.20.90 as prepared crabmeat in airtight containers, not specifically designated as refrigerated or pasteurized blue crab from certain origins. It is a shelf-stable product processed through cooking and pasteurization.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify country of origin labeling as crabmeat from certain regions may face additional antidumping duties or section 609 restrictions
• Provide FDA prior notice and ensure airtight containers meet food safety standards to avoid holds at port