Frozen Shell-On Northern Shrimp (33-45 count/kg) from Japan
Frozen shell-on cold-water shrimp from Pandalus species, sized 33-45 per kg based on headless weight, typically sourced from North Atlantic waters. Classified under HTS 0306.16.00.06 due to being shell-on frozen cold-water shrimp meeting the specific count size and statistical reporting requirements. Ideal for peeling and deveining in processing or direct retail sale.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
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Import Tips
• Verify compliance with Section 609 PL 101-162 requiring Program Improvement Plan (PIP) or Acceptable Country Program (ACP) certification for all shrimp imports
• Provide accurate count size documentation (33-45 per kg headless weight) and species identification (Pandalus spp.) to match statistical note 1 reporting
• Ensure cold chain integrity with proper temperature logs to avoid reclassification as spoiled or unfit goods