Blue Swimming Crab Lump Meat from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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