Frozen Peeled Louisiana Crawfish Tails from Japan
Peeled tail meat from Louisiana red swamp crawfish (Procambarus clarkii), frozen for year-round use in etouffee or boils. Classified under HTS 1605.40.10.10 as the specific subheading for peeled freshwater crawfish tail meat.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide proof of US or approved foreign farm origin to avoid Section 609 sea turtle protection restrictions
• Use vacuum-sealed packaging to prevent moisture loss claims during customs inspection
• Monitor USDA APHIS requirements for potential disease certification in crawfish imports