Frozen Alaskan King Crab Legs from Japan
Frozen legs from the Alaskan king crab (Paralithodes camtschaticus), prepared by cooking, shelling, and quick-freezing to preserve freshness. Classified under HTS 1605.10.40.02 as frozen king crabmeat, a prepared crustacean product from Chapter 16.
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 as king crab (Paralithodes spp.) with documentation to match HTS 1605.10.40.02; misidentification leads to reclassification
• Provide FDA prior notice and comply with seafood HACCP regulations, including temperature logs for frozen products
• Include commercial invoice detailing net weight of crabmeat to avoid undervaluation penalties