How should live crabs be stored to maintain quality?

They should be kept chilled (near 0 °C) and moist, with continuous temperature control to preserve freshness during transport and storage.

What are common uses for live crabs in food preparation?

Live crabs are typically cooked whole, steamed, boiled, or used in seafood dishes such as soups, stews, and salads after being cleaned.

Live crabs are crustaceans that are sold alive, fresh or chilled, and may be in shell or not. They constitute a raw seafood protein product.

Prices, specifications and international trade for live crabs under HS 030633.

$12,957USD/t

Published reference · Jul 1, 2026

Live Crabs Historical Unit Values

Live crabs is quoted in USD/t at RUS. Historical customs values may differ from the headline reference.

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Indonesia led reported live crabs exports in 2025, at $120M.

Live crabs belongs to seafood within protein and dairy. Its customs classification covers HS 030633.

Live crabs handling information covers its fresh form.

Perishability	High
Temperature regime	Chilled

Live crabs uses, related products and documented risks.

What defines live crabs as a commodity?: Live crabs are crustaceans that are sold alive, fresh, or chilled, and may be in the shell or out of the shell.
How should live crabs be stored to maintain quality?: They should be kept chilled (near 0 °C) and moist, with continuous temperature control to preserve freshness during transport and storage.
What are common uses for live crabs in food preparation?: Live crabs are typically cooked whole, steamed, boiled, or used in seafood dishes such as soups, stews, and salads after being cleaned.