Pasteurized Dungeness Crab Meat from Japan
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 — 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
• 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