Pasteurized Dungeness Crab Meat from Germany
Heat-pasteurized Dungeness crab (Metacarcinus magister) meat in non-airtight plastic trays, ready for reheating. Excluded from 1605.10.20 due to packaging, thus 'other' under HTS 1605.10.60.
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
• Document pasteurization time-temperature profiles for shelf-life claims
• Use refrigerated shipping to maintain cold chain under 40°F
• Beware reclassification if trays are deemed 'airtight' by customs