Blue Swimming Crab Lump Meat from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Certify antibiotic-free status for Asian-sourced crabmeat
• Declare picker country if steamed abroad vs domestically
• Monitor EU/US residue limits for veterinary drugs