Crustacean preparations; crab, prepared or preserved
HS v2022 Code: 160510
About crustacean preparations; crab, prepared or preserved
HS code 160510 covers a range of crab-based preparations and preserves. This industry plays a vital role in the global seafood trade, meeting the growing demand for convenient, shelf-stable crab products. As a key component of many cuisines worldwide, crab-based preparations are an important part of the broader food processing and packaging sector, with significant economic impact.
Production process
The production of crab preparations under HS code 160510 typically involves a series of processing steps. Fresh or frozen crab meat is first cleaned, cooked, and sometimes shredded or flaked. The crab is then combined with various sauces, seasonings, and other ingredients to create a range of prepared dishes and preserves. Canning, jarring, and other packaging methods are used to ensure the products have an extended shelf life.
Production inputs
The main inputs required for the 160510 industry include raw crab meat, which may be sourced domestically or imported. Other key inputs include cooking oils, spices, and various sauces and flavorings. Specialized processing equipment such as crab meat separators, cookers, and packaging machinery are also essential for efficient production.
Production outputs
The primary outputs of the 160510 industry are canned, jarred, or otherwise packaged crab-based preparations and preserves. These products are consumed directly by households, as well as used as ingredients in a variety of other food products, such as 160520 Crustacean preparations; shrimp, prepared or preserved, 160530 Crustacean preparations; lobster, prepared or preserved, and 160540 Crustacean preparations; other, including mixtures. The versatility of crab-based preparations makes them a valuable component of the broader seafood and processed food industries.
Revisions to 160510
Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 160510. The most recent 1 version of this code (160510) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):
This page shows the most recent version of code 160510.
Older versions
Family tree for crustacean preparations; crab, prepared or preserved
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A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/16'>16: Meat, fish, crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates, or insects; preparations thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/1605'>1605: Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160510'>160510: Crustacean preparations; crab, prepared or preserved</a>"]
B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160521'>160521: Crustacean preparations; shrimps and prawns, prepared or preserved, not in airtight containers</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160529'>160529: Crustacean preparations; shrimps and prawns, prepared or preserved, in airtight containers</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160530'>160530: Crustacean preparations; lobster, prepared or preserved</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160540'>160540: Crustacean preparations; other than crab, shrimps, prawns, and lobsters, prepared or preserved</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160551'>160551: Mollusc preparations; oysters, prepared or preserved</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160552'>160552: Mollusc preparations; scallops, including queen scallops, prepared or preserved</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160553'>160553: Mollusc preparations; mussels, prepared or preserved</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160554'>160554: Mollusc preparations; cuttle fish and squid, prepared or preserved</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160555'>160555: Mollusc preparations; octopus, prepared or preserved</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160556'>160556: Mollusc preparations; clams, cockles and arkshells, prepared or preserved</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160557'>160557: Mollusc preparations; abalone, prepared or preserved</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160558'>160558: Mollusc preparations; snails, other than sea snails, prepared or preserved</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160559'>160559: Mollusc preparations; n.e.c. in item no. 1605.5, preparations such as pastes, sausages, prepared meals and the like</a>"]
B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160561'>160561: Aquatic invertebrates; sea cucumbers, prepared or preserved</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160562'>160562: Aquatic invertebrates; sea urchins, prepared or preserved</a>"]
B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160563'>160563: Aquatic invertebrates; jellyfish, prepared or preserved</a>"]
B --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160569'>160569: Aquatic invertebrates; other than crustaceans, molluscs, sea cucumbers, sea urchins, and jellyfish, prepared or preserved</a>"]
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