Pasteurized Frozen Blue Crab Backfin Meat from Japan
Premium backfin meat from Callinectes sapidus blue crabs, pasteurized, frozen in 1-lb blocks for retail thawing. This prepared product is under HTS 1605.10.40.25 as frozen crabmeat from swimming crabs of this species.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Ensure pasteurization logs and time-temperature records to prove compliance with preservation standards
• For refrigerated container shipments, monitor bills of lading for temperature breaches that could trigger re-inspection
• Use ISF filings 24 hours pre-loading to avoid delays on perishable seafood