Pasteurized Crab Claws
Pasteurized crab claws are cooked, shelled or intact claws from snow or king crab that are heat-processed and vacuum-sealed for preservation, falling under HTS 1605.40.10 as other prepared crustaceans. Ideal for gourmet seafood platters.
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More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If merely cooked but not preserved for long-term storage
Lightly cooked crab claws without preservatives stay under Chapter 3 crustaceans.
If specifically imitation crab products
Surimi-based imitation crab claws have separate subheadings within other crustaceans.
If dried or dehydrated without cooking
Dried crab claws classify as temporarily preserved vegetables/aquatics in Chapter 7.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide pasteurization process logs and lab tests for pathogens to meet FDA import standards
• Check for country-specific quotas or AD/CVD orders, especially from Asia; use bonds for suspended entries
• Avoid pitfalls by declaring exact preparation method—mislabeling as 'cooked' vs 'pasteurized' can trigger reclassification
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