Frozen Shell-On Farmed White Shrimp 31-40 Count

Frozen shell-on shrimp (Penaeus vannamei) farmed in aquaculture facilities, with headless weight count of 67-88 per kg (31-40s), imported in compliance with statistical note 1. Classified under HTS 0306.17.00.10 due to being frozen, shell-on farmed shrimp in the specified size range. These are typically used for retail or foodservice peeling and deveining.

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.

0306.17.00Same rate: 35%

If wild-caught rather than farmed

Wild-caught shell-on shrimp in same size range fall under statistical suffix 40, subject to stricter Section 609 import bans.

0306Same rate: 35%

If peeled and deveined (headless, shell-off)

Peeled/deveined farmed shrimp shift to heading 0306.13, as shell removal changes product form.

0309Lower: 10% vs 35%

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

Per chapter notes, flours/meals/pellets suitable for human food are excluded from 0306-0308 and classified in 0309.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify Section 609 compliance with proof of farmed origin (e.g

farm certification) to avoid wild-caught restrictions

Provide accurate count size documentation from supplier; mismatches lead to reclassification or penalties

Ensure cold chain integrity with temperature logs; thawed shipments may be rejected or duties adjusted