Frozen Shell-On Argentine Red Shrimp
Frozen shell-on Argentine red shrimp (Pleoticus muelleri), harvested from South Atlantic waters and frozen with shells intact to preserve flavor and texture. These crustaceans are classified under tariff item 0306.95.00 as shrimps and prawns, whether in shell or not, frozen.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +25.0% | 25% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the shrimp are cooked by steaming or boiling in water
Cooked crustaceans in shell are classified under a different heading within Chapter 3.
If the shrimp are frozen but not in shell
Frozen peeled shrimp fall under a separate tariff item for frozen crustaceans.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the shrimp are properly labelled with species name and country of origin for CBSA inspection
• Verify that the product is frozen at the time of import to qualify under this tariff item
• Consider obtaining a Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) import permit if required
Related Products under Tariff item 0306.95.00
Boiled in Shell Frozen Shrimps
Boiled in shell frozen shrimps are crustaceans that have been cooked by boiling in water while retaining their shells, then frozen for preservation. They fall under tariff item 0306.95.00 as 'other' shrimps and prawns, since they are not smoked and do not meet the specific criteria for other subheadings.
Brined Argentine Red Shrimp
Brined Argentine red shrimp are raw, frozen, shell-on shrimps preserved in brine, a common method for value-added preservation. They fall under tariff item 0306.95.00 as shrimps in brine, not cooked or further processed, fitting the 'other' category for shrimps and prawns.
Brined Live Prawns
Brined live prawns are live crustaceans kept in brine to extend transport viability, though they remain live and not processed. They fall under tariff item 0306.95.00 as live shrimps and prawns in the 'other' category, since they are not specifically classified elsewhere.
Chilled Black Tiger Prawns
Chilled black tiger prawns are fresh, chilled Penaeus monodon prawns, head-off and in-shell, supplied to restaurants. They fall under tariff item 0306.95.00 as 'other' shrimps and prawns in chilled form, not covered by more specific subheadings.
Chilled Ecuadorian Shrimp
Chilled Ecuadorian shrimp are farmed white shrimp, peeled tail-on and IQF, though chilled form is specified. They fall under tariff item 0306.95.00 as 'other' shrimps and prawns, since peeled tail-on chilled shrimp are not specifically classified elsewhere.
Dried Fermented Shrimp Paste Base
Dried fermented shrimp paste base consists of dried whole fermented shrimps, salted but not ground into a paste. They fall under tariff item 0306.95.00 as dried shrimps, not flours or pellets, fitting the 'other' category.