IQF Frozen Pasteurized Blue Crab Lump Meat from Mexico
Individually quick frozen (IQF) lump meat from blue swimming crabs (Callinectes sapidus), pasteurized for safety and shelf-life extension. It fits HTS 1605.10.40.25 as frozen crabmeat from this specific Portunidae species, prepared by cooking and extraction.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use commercial invoices specifying 'IQF frozen crabmeat, Callinectes sapidus' and net weight excluding glaze to prevent undervaluation disputes
• Obtain prior notice via FDA's PREDICT system for all seafood imports and ensure cold chain integrity during transit
• Label products with country of origin and species name per HTS requirements to avoid CBP reclassification