Heading 1605

Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved

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Heading 1605 covers crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates that are prepared or preserved. It is split first by animal type, such as crab, shrimps and prawns, lobster, other crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, then by product form, container and species.

Products in this heading

Canned king crab meat
Frozen king crab meat
Prepared shrimp meal not in airtight containers
Cooked frozen lobster meat
Canned razor clams
Smoked oysters
Prepared sea cucumbers

How to choose the right subheading

Identify the animal type: crab, shrimp or prawn, lobster, other crustacean, mollusc or other aquatic invertebrate.
Confirm the goods are prepared or preserved, not merely live, fresh, chilled or frozen.
Check whether the product is in airtight containers, because this changes many crab, lobster and clam lines.
For crab, decide between crabmeat and other crab products, and for crabmeat check frozen versus other.
For shrimps and prawns, check whether the goods are not in airtight containers and whether statistical note 1 applies.

Often confused with

Fresh or frozen uncooked crab
Merely frozen crustaceans are classified outside heading 1605.
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Canned tuna or other prepared fish
Prepared or preserved fish belongs to heading 1604, not 1605.
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Canned beef or other prepared meat
Prepared meat products are classified in heading 1602.
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Live oysters or fresh molluscs
Live, fresh or chilled molluscs are not prepared or preserved.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the HTS code for canned king crab meat?

Canned king crab meat in airtight containers is 1605.10.20.10, with a general (MFN) rate of Free.

What is the duty on frozen king crab meat?

Frozen king crab meat of this heading under 1605.10.40.02 has a general (MFN) rate of 5%.

How do I classify prepared shrimp not in airtight containers?

If the product is a prepared meal or contains fish meat, use 1605.21.05.00, with a general (MFN) rate of 5%.

Guide written from the official schedule text. Rates quoted are general (MFN) rates; check the line page for trade agreement rates and the classification of your exact product.