Crustacean flours, meals, and pellets are finely ground or processed derivatives of crustacean tissue, distinct from whole, headed, or peeled forms. For this heading, the material must be fit for human consumption; feed-grade crustacean meal is classified under a different SITC heading. The processing method and intended end use should be documented on the commercial invoice to support the correct classification.

Yes. Certain crab and lobster species may be subject to CITES appendix listings or domestic fishery management restrictions that affect import eligibility. Country of harvest and species name (both common and scientific) are typically required on entry documentation, and FDA may cross-reference these against import alert records tied to specific foreign establishments.