Snow Crab Meat in Airtight Glass Jars from Germany
Cooked and pasteurized snow crab (Chionoecetes spp.) meat packaged in hermetically sealed glass jars for long-term storage. Classified under HTS 1605.10.20.90 as 'other' crabmeat in airtight containers, excluding refrigerated or specific blue crab types. Ideal for gourmet salads or dips.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include commercial invoice detailing species, processing method, and net weight to prevent reclassification
• Ensure jars are truly airtight (vacuum-sealed) to qualify; leaks lead to Chapter 3 fresh product duties
• Watch for seasonal quotas or trade restrictions on snow crab from Alaska or foreign sources