Pasteurized Imitation Crabmeat Base from Mexico

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.

Duty Rate — Mexico → 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

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

Pasteurized Imitation Crabmeat Base from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 1605.10.40.40