Black Tiger Cooked Shrimp
Cooked black tiger shrimp (Penaeus monodon), shell-on and frozen, with distinctive blue-black stripes. These prepared crustaceans are classified under tariff item 1605.29.00 as 'other' shrimps and prawns, prepared or preserved.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the shrimp are raw or only blanched
Raw or minimally processed shrimp are classified in Chapter 3.
If packed in airtight containers
Airtight containers place the product in a different subheading.
Not sure which classification is right?
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the shrimp are fully cooked before import, as raw product falls under a different heading
• Check for anti-dumping or safeguard measures on shrimp imports
• Ensure packaging labels comply with CFIA food labelling requirements
Related Products under Tariff item 1605.29.00
Breaded Butterfly Shrimp
Breaded and pre-fried butterfly-cut shrimp, individually quick frozen for retail sale. The breading and frying constitute preparation beyond simple preservation, placing these under tariff item 1605.29.00 as 'other' prepared shrimps and prawns.
Breaded Frozen Shrimp
Breaded frozen shrimp that are fully cooked and individually quick frozen, prepared for retail consumption. The breading and cooking process constitutes preparation beyond simple cleaning, placing them under tariff item 1605.29.00 as 'Other' prepared or preserved shrimps.
Butterfly Shrimp
Butterflied, breaded, and pre-fried shrimp tails, individually quick frozen for retail. The butterflying, breading, and pre-frying are preparation processes that go beyond simple preservation, classifying them under tariff item 1605.29.00 as 'Other' prepared shrimps.
Citrus Glazed Shrimp
Cooked shrimp with a citrus glaze coating, frozen in portions. The cooking and glazing are preparation processes that make the product suitable for direct consumption, classifying it under tariff item 1605.29.00 as 'Other' prepared or preserved shrimps.
Cocktail Shrimp Ring
Pre-cooked, peeled, and deveined shrimp arranged in a plastic ring tray with cocktail sauce, ready-to-eat. The cooking, peeling, and arrangement for retail sale are preparation processes, placing this product under tariff item 1605.29.00 as 'Other' prepared shrimps.
Cooked Shrimp Meat
Uniform cooked shrimp meat pieces, peeled and chopped, frozen for further processing into patties or salads. These prepared crustaceans fall under tariff item 1605.29.00 as 'other' shrimps and prawns, prepared or preserved.