Shell-On Frozen Black Tiger Shrimp Farmed 21-25s

Frozen shell-on black tiger shrimp (Penaeus monodon) from controlled pond farming, count size 46-55 per kg headless (21-25s). Classified in HTS 0306.17.00.07 for other farmed frozen shell-on shrimp of this specification. Prized for bold flavor in premium markets.

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.

0306.17.00.08Same rate: 35%

If smaller count size 51+ per kg headless

Sequential size breakouts in statistical suffixes distinguish medium vs small farmed shrimp.

0303.23.00Same rate: 35%

If live, fresh, or chilled rather than frozen

Unfrozen states remain in heading 0303 for live/fresh/chilled crustaceans.

0309Lower: 10% vs 35%

If made into flour, meal, or pellets fit for human consumption

Chapter notes exclude flours/meals/pellets suitable for humans from 0305-0308, moving to 0309.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Black tiger species may require species-specific DNA testing for accurate declaration

Declare as 'other shrimp' not cold-water to prevent misrouting to 0306.16

Budget for potential FDA detention if antibiotic residues detected in farmed product