0309.90.10.10 - Freshwater crawfish

This HTS category, 0309.90.10.10, specifically classifies freshwater crawfish that have been prepared as flours, meals, or pellets and are fit for human consumption. This designation applies to products derived from these crustaceans, processed into a powder or granular form, and intended for direct consumption or as an ingredient in food products. The processing methods for these items are key to their classification here, distinguishing them from whole or simply processed crustaceans.

This classification is differentiated from its sibling categories by the specific aquatic invertebrate it pertains to. While 0309.90.10.30 covers Antarctic krill, and 0309.90.10.61 encompasses other miscellaneous aquatic invertebrates, this code is exclusively for products originating from freshwater crawfish. The defining characteristic is the source of the raw material, ensuring accurate tariff application based on the species and origin of the aquatic life.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subdivisions. Classification within this category is determined by the confirmation that the product is indeed derived from freshwater crawfish, processed into flours, meals, or pellets, and certified as fit for human consumption. Any products that do not meet all these criteria, such as those derived from saltwater crawfish or those intended for animal feed, would fall under different HTS classifications.