Frozen Small Snow Crab Meat (C. opilio) from China
Frozen crabmeat specifically from small-sized Chionoecetes opilio snow crabs, prepared and preserved by freezing without further processing. This falls under HTS 1605.10.40.05 as it is frozen crabmeat of the C. opilio species, classified as 'small' based on size criteria in the tariff schedule.
Duty Rate — China → United States
42.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Verify species identification with documentation like catch certificates to confirm C. opilio and small size per US Customs size standards
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP regulations and provide prior notice via FDA's system for frozen crabmeat shipments
• Avoid misclassification by ensuring no added sauces or cooking; pure frozen meat stays in 1605, cooked products shift elsewhere