Frozen Alaskan King Crab Legs from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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