0306.14.40.90 - Other

This HTS category, "Other," within the classification for frozen crabs, serves as a residual grouping for all frozen crab products that do not fall under the more specific sibling categories. It encompasses a wide array of frozen crab species and preparations that are not specifically designated as king crab, snow crab, or Dungeness crab. This includes, but is not limited to, varieties of crab such as blue crabs, rock crabs, or any other species of crab that have been frozen. The form of the crab, whether whole, sectioned, or processed (e.g., crab meat extracted but still frozen), is also considered under this "Other" designation as long as it meets the primary criteria of being frozen.

To differentiate this category from its siblings, it is important to note that "King crab" refers to a specific group of large, distinctive crab species. "Snow crab" and "Dungeness crab" are also defined by their distinct species, geographical origins, and physical characteristics. Therefore, any frozen crab product that does not definitively fit the identification of king crab, snow crab, or Dungeness crab, based on established biological or trade nomenclature, will be classified under this "Other" category. This ensures that all frozen crab varieties are accounted for within the tariff system.

As this node is a leaf node in the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Classification within this category relies on the diligent exclusion of goods that specifically meet the criteria of the preceding, more defined sibling categories. Importers and exporters should therefore carefully consult any available identification guides or consult with customs authorities if there is any ambiguity regarding the specific species or type of frozen crab being imported or exported.