Snow Crab Leg Meat in Vacuum-Sealed Tins

Cooked and picked snow crab (Chionoecetes spp.) leg meat preserved in airtight vacuum-sealed metal tins. Falls under HTS 1605.10.60.10 for other prepared crab in airtight containers, processed beyond simple cooking. Adheres to subheading notes linking to Chapter 3 species.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

1605.10.20Same rate: 35%

If specifically king crab

King crab has dedicated statistical subheading within prepared crab, separate from 'other' crab.

0306.14Lower: 10% vs 35%

If for cooked but frozen crab legs, not preserved

Chapter 3 covers cooked/frozen crustaceans without additional preservation like canning.

2009.89.70Lower: 25% vs 35%

If pickled in vinegar rather than simply preserved

Pickled preparations may shift to Chapter 20 for vinegar-preserved aquatic products.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include processing records showing cooking and sealing to distinguish from frozen products under Chapter 3

Label net weight and confirm airtight seals to prevent customs disputes on container type

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