Frozen Blue Swimming Crab Meat
Frozen crabmeat sourced from blue swimming crabs (Portunus pelagicus) of the Portunidae family, prepared by cooking, shelling, and quick-freezing for preservation. This product falls under HTS 1605.10.40.30 as 'other' frozen swimming crab meat, excluding specific varieties like snow or king crab. It is commonly used in seafood salads, sushi, and premium crab cakes.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported as cooked but not shelled or pasteurized
Fresh or chilled swimming crabs in shells fall under Chapter 3 as live, fresh, or chilled crustaceans, not prepared/preserved.
If specifically snow crab meat
Snow crab (Chionoecetes spp.) has its own subheading; misidentification shifts from 'other' swimming crabs.
If packed in airtight containers rather than bulk frozen
Retail-ready canned or hermetically sealed crab meat moves to 'other prepared crustaceans' subheadings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify species identification with CITES documentation if applicable, as Portunidae crabs may require proof of sustainable sourcing
• Ensure FDA prior notice filing and shellfish HACCP compliance for frozen seafood imports to avoid holds at ports
• Label accurately as 'swimming crab meat' to prevent misclassification; common pitfall is confusing with snow crab under 1605.10.20
Related Products under HTS 1605.10.40.30
Frozen Portunus Pelagicus Crabmeat
Premium frozen meat from Portunus pelagicus, a swimming crab of the Portunidae family, processed by steaming, picking, and blast-freezing. Classified under HTS 1605.10.40.30 for other frozen swimming crab meat, ideal for high-end Asian cuisine and ready-to-cook applications.
Frozen Flower Crab Claw Meat
Frozen claw meat from flower crabs (Portunus sanguinolentus), a Portunidae swimming crab, prepared and preserved by cooking and freezing. HTS 1605.10.40.30 covers this 'other' category for versatile use in soups and appetizers.
Frozen Mimic Swimming Crab Flake Meat
Flake-style frozen meat from mimic swimming crabs (Portunidae family), processed for easy portioning in ready meals. This product is classified in HTS 1605.10.40.30 for other frozen swimming crabs.
Frozen Indo-Pacific Swimming Crab Lump Meat
High-quality lump crabmeat from Indo-Pacific swimming crabs (Portunidae), frozen post-cooking and shell removal for optimal texture. This 'other' frozen crabmeat under HTS 1605.10.40.30 suits gourmet dishes like crab imperial or stir-fries.
Frozen Green Swimming Crab Body Meat
Body meat from green swimming crabs (Portunus spp.), frozen after preparation to retain freshness for culinary uses like crab rangoon. Falls under HTS 1605.10.40.30 as other frozen Portunidae crabmeat.
Frozen Yellow Swimming Crab Leg Meat
Leg meat extracted from yellow swimming crabs (Portunidae), frozen to preserve for export markets in stir-fries and salads. HTS 1605.10.40.30 applies to this other frozen crabmeat category.