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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0306.17.00.04Same rate: 35%

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.

0306.16.00.06Same rate: 35%

If headless (shell-on tail only)

Headless peeled-tail shrimp shift to cold-water shrimp subheading, excluding warm-water vannamei types.

0309Lower: 10% vs 35%

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