HS Code 160540
Prepared and Preserved Other Crustaceans
HS code 160540 covers prepared or preserved crustaceans, excluding crabs and prawns, typically sold as canned crayfish, krill oil, or processed barnacle meat.
6-digit Section IVReefer
HS Code 160540 — Prepared and Preserved Other Crustaceans
This code covers prepared or preserved crustaceans excluding crabs, shrimps, prawns, and lobsters. It primarily applies to freshwater crayfish, krill, and barnacles that have been cooked, canned, or processed beyond simple freezing.
What's included
- Cooked freshwater crayfish
- Canned krill
- Prepared barnacles
- Crayfish tails in brine
What's excluded
- Frozen whole crayfish → use
030619(Simple freezing falls under Chapter 3 (Fresh/Frozen/Chilled).) - Extracts and juices of crustaceans → use
160300(Extracts and juices have their own dedicated heading.)
Common examples
- Canned freshwater crayfish tails
- Processed Antarctic krill meat
- Prepared goose barnacles in jars
- Crayfish bisque base containing meat
Frequently asked questions
Does this code include frozen crayfish?
No, if the crustacean is only frozen and not cooked or preserved, it falls under Chapter 3. This code is for processed goods.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 20%
- Documentation: Requires Veterinary/Health Certificate and potentially CITES documentation if specific endangered species are included.
- Typical shipping mode: Reefer
- Top exporters: China, Spain, Egypt
- Top importers: United States, Sweden, France
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Key takeaway
Use this code for any processed crustacean that is not a crab, shrimp, or lobster.
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