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

15%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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