Frozen Flower Crab Claw Meat from Japan
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.
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
• Include processing plant sanitation records per FDA seafood HACCP for smooth CBP clearance
• Specify 'swimming crab' on entry summary to align with hierarchy; avoid generic 'crabmeat'
• Watch for moisture content declarations, as excess ice glaze can trigger undervaluation scrutiny