Pasteurized Imitation Crabmeat Base

Surimi-based crabmeat analog using real crab flavoring, pasteurized but primarily from pollock with crab extract, under HTS 1605.10.4040 as other crabmeat preparations. Used in California rolls.

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.

1604.19.25.00Same rate: 40%

If surimi-based with minimal real crab

Predominantly fish surimi classifies under prepared fish, not crustaceans.

0306.14Lower: 10% vs 40%

If real crab component frozen separately

Real crab elements frozen would be Chapter 3 crustaceans.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Disclose surimi percentage; high fish content risks reclass to 1604 fish preps

Label as 'imitation' to avoid consumer deception claims

Value based on crab extract content for proper appraisement

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