Bulk Frozen Dungeness Crab Flake Meat
Flake-style frozen Dungeness crabmeat in 20 lb bulk pails for industrial food processing. Precisely classified in HTS 1605.10.40.15 as other frozen crabmeat of Dungeness species.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If contains binders or fish meat as imitation crab
Surimi-based fake crabmeat uses different subheading regardless of species.
If from king crab instead of Dungeness
Species-specific subheadings separate king from Dungeness frozen meat.
If cooked and packed in oil or brine
Oil-preserved crabmeat classified as fruit/veg preserves if not fitting Chapter 16.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Conduct moisture/protein analysis to distinguish pure meat from surimi blends
• Secure prior notice via FDA's system for all seafood entries
• Bundle with sustainability certs like MSC for easier green lane processing
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