Frozen Shell-On Farmed Whiteleg Shrimp 21-25s from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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