Blue Swimming Crab Lump Meat

Lump meat from blue swimming crab (Portunus pelagicus), thermally pasteurized in non-airtight bulk, classified under HTS 1605.10.4040 for other preserved crabmeat. Popular in Thai and Indo-Pacific exports.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+35.0%40%
🇲🇽Mexico5%+10.0%15%
🇨🇦Canada5%+10.0%15%
🇩🇪Germany5%+10.0%15%
🇯🇵Japan5%+10.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0306.14Lower: 10% vs 40%

If whole crabs or clusters frozen

In-shell frozen forms stay in raw materials Chapter 3.

1605Same rate: 40%

If blended with lobster or other crustaceans

Mixed crustacean preparations use 'other aquatic invertebrates' codes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify antibiotic-free status for Asian-sourced crabmeat

Declare picker country if steamed abroad vs domestically

Monitor EU/US residue limits for veterinary drugs

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