1605.10.40.15/Pasteurized Frozen Dungeness Crabmeat/Japan

Pasteurized Frozen Dungeness Crabmeat from Japan

Dungeness crabmeat pasteurized then frozen for extended shelf life in foodservice. Fits HTS 1605.10.40.15 as frozen other crabmeat, prepared via heat treatment.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Document pasteurization temps (min 180°F) to validate pathogen kill steps

• Avoid condensation in packaging to prevent thaw-refreeze classification issues

• Pair with country-specific health certs from exporters like Canada