Frozen Shell-On Farmed Whiteleg Shrimp 21-25s
Frozen shell-on whiteleg shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) farmed in aquaculture facilities, with a headless count size of 46-55 per kg (21-25 shrimp per pound). Classified under HTS 0306.17.00.07 due to being frozen farmed shell-on shrimp meeting the specific size criteria as per statistical reporting requirements. These are typically imported in bulk for further processing or retail sale.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If count size is 26-30 per pound (31-40 per kg headless)
Smaller size farmed shell-on shrimp fall under a different statistical breakout within the same heading for precise size reporting.
If headless (shell-on tail only)
Headless peeled-tail shrimp shift to cold-water shrimp subheading, excluding warm-water vannamei types.
If processed into boiled and peeled for human consumption
Once cooked, peeled, and fit for direct human consumption, it moves to heading 0309 for cooked crustacean products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify compliance with Section 609 of Public Law 101-162 requiring documentation proving shrimp are farmed (not wild-caught from banned sources)
• Provide accurate count size certification from supplier matching 46-55 per kg headless weight to avoid reclassification
• Include aquaculture certification and cold chain logs to prevent spoilage claims at customs
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