Frozen Snow Crabmeat (Chionoecetes opilio)
Frozen crabmeat derived from snow crab species Chionoecetes opilio, prepared by cooking, shelling, and quick-freezing to preserve freshness. It falls under HTS 1605.10.40.10 as 'other' frozen snow crabmeat, excluding specific forms like imitation or paste, from species including C. opilio.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If live, fresh, or chilled, not prepared/preserved
Unprocessed snow crab in shells falls under Chapter 3 for live/fresh/chilled crustaceans, not prepared products in Chapter 16.
If in airtight containers like cans or pouches
Frozen crabmeat prepared for retail in hermetically sealed containers shifts to subheading for containerized products.
If dried or dehydrated, not frozen
Dehydrated crabmeat is classified as frozen or dried vegetables/legumes under Chapter 7 when not in Chapter 16 forms.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify species identification (C. opilio) with documentation from FDA-approved processors to meet subheading requirements
• Comply with section 609 of P.L. 101-162 for shrimp/crustacean imports; obtain certificates of origin if from restricted sources
• Include lab tests for contaminants and proper freezing chain records to avoid FDA holds at port
Related Products under HTS 1605.10.40.10
Frozen Tanner Crabmeat (Chionoecetes tanneri)
Frozen meat from Tanner snow crab (Chionoecetes tanneri), processed by steaming, picking, and blast-freezing for foodservice use. Classified under HTS 1605.10.40.10 as other frozen snow crabmeat from specified species, distinct from king or Dungeness crab.
Frozen Bairdi Snow Crabmeat (Chionoecetes bairdi)
Premium frozen crabmeat from Bairdi snow crab (Chionoecetes bairdi), hand-picked and IQF-frozen for sushi and gourmet applications. HTS 1605.10.40.10 covers this as other frozen snow crabmeat from listed species, prepared but not in paste or imitation form.
Frozen Angulatus Snow Crabmeat (Chionoecetes angulatus)
Frozen crabmeat from rare Chionoecetes angulatus snow crab, cooked, extracted, and frozen in bulk packs for further processing. Fits HTS 1605.10.40.10 as other frozen snow crabmeat from enumerated species.
IQF Frozen Snow Crab Leg Meat Mix
Individually quick-frozen (IQF) leg meat blend from multiple snow crab species (C. opilio, C. bairdi), ideal for restaurants. HTS 1605.10.40.10 applies to this frozen, prepared 'other' snow crabmeat.
Bulk Frozen Snow Crab Body Meat
Frozen meat from snow crab bodies (C. tanneri and C. opilio mix), removed from carapace post-cooking and frozen in 40lb blocks. Under HTS 1605.10.40.10 as other frozen snow crabmeat for industrial use.
Frozen Alaskan Snow Crab Flake Meat
Flake-style frozen meat from Alaskan snow crab (Chionoecetes bairdi), processed for salads and dips. Classifies in HTS 1605.10.40.10 for other frozen snow crabmeat.