Swimming Crab Pasteurized Meat in Cans from Germany
Pasteurized meat from blue swimming crab (Portunus pelagicus), canned in airtight containers for export markets. HTS 1605.10.20.90 covers this as other crabmeat, distinct from refrigerated or US-specific blue crab. Widely used in Asian fusion cuisine.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Check for antidumping duties on Asian swimming crab; use precise species naming
• Provide processing facility HACCP plans for FDA review
• Don't overlook country-specific quotas under US trade agreements