Frozen Farmed Shell-On Cold Water Shrimp 26-30s from Japan
Frozen shell-on cold water shrimp (Pandalus borealis) farmed and sized at 56-66 per kg headless weight, imported per statistical note 1. Classified under HTS 0306.17.00.08 due to being frozen, shell-on farmed shrimp in the specific 26-30 count size range. Meets chapter requirements for crustaceans not in flours, meals, or pellets.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify aquaculture certification and comply with section 609 PL 101-162 for shrimp imports to avoid antidumping scrutiny
• Provide accurate count size documentation (headless weight 56-66/kg) and statistical note 1 reporting for farmed origin
• Ensure proper cold chain maintenance and labeling to prevent reclassification as cooked or processed goods