Prawn Pellet Flour Blend
Prawn pellet flour blend is a product made by compressing prawn material without binders, then milling it into a fine flour for use in human protein shakes. It falls under this tariff item as a pellet-derived flour of crustaceans fit for human consumption, per the chapter definition of pellets and the exclusion of unfit products.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 5% | +25.0% | 30% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 5% | — | 5% |
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 blend contains non-crustacean aquatic invertebrates
Other aquatic invertebrate flours fit for human consumption are classified here.
If the product is marketed as a dietary supplement with added vitamins or minerals
Food supplements with added ingredients may fall under Chapter 21.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Document that the pellets were agglomerated by compression without significant binders, as excessive binders could alter classification
• Ensure the final flour is fit for human consumption, with proper labeling
• Verify the product is not smoked, which would fall under a different subheading
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