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.
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 packaged in airtight containers
Airtight packaging changes the subheading classification.
If not breaded or pre-fried
Raw or minimally processed frozen shrimp belong in Chapter 3.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the pre-frying step is complete; partially fried products may be subject to different classification
• Keep detailed processing records to demonstrate the preparation level to CBSA
• Confirm the shrimp species for accurate tariff classification and any applicable trade measures
Related Products under Tariff item 1605.29.00
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.
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.
Grilled Shrimp
Flash-grilled and frozen peeled shrimp with light seasoning. The grilling process is a form of preparation that goes beyond simple preservation, classifying these shrimp under tariff item 1605.29.00 as 'Other' prepared or preserved shrimps.
Herb-Crusted Shrimp
Peeled shrimp coated in herb breadcrumbs, pre-baked and frozen. The pre-baking and breadcrumb coating are preparation processes that make the product ready-to-heat, classifying it under tariff item 1605.29.00 as 'Other' prepared shrimps.
Marinated Shrimp
Cooked shrimp soaked in an oil-based marinade, vacuum-packed frozen. The cooking and marinating are preparation processes that enhance flavour and shelf-life, classifying this product under tariff item 1605.29.00 as 'Other' prepared or preserved shrimps.