Frozen Dungeness Crabmeat from China
Frozen crabmeat sourced from Dungeness crabs (Metacarcinus magister), packed in bulk for foodservice use. Classified under HTS 1605.10.40.15 as prepared or preserved crabmeat, specifically frozen Dungeness variety, excluding live or fresh forms from Chapter 3.
Duty Rate — China → United States
42.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify species identification with documentation confirming Dungeness (Cancer magister) origin to match subheading
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and shellfish safety rules; provide processing facility certifications
• Avoid misclassification as fresh crab by ensuring clear frozen state labeling and temperature logs