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
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
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.
If peeled and deveined (headless, shell-off)
Peeled/deveined farmed shrimp shift to heading 0306.13, as shell removal changes product form.
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
Related Products under HTS 0306.17.00.10
Frozen Shell-On Ecuadorian Farmed Shrimp 31-40s
Frozen intact shell-on shrimp farmed in Ecuadorian ponds, sized 67-88 per kg headless weight (31-40 count). Fits HTS 0306.17.00.10 as frozen, farmed, shell-on other shrimp per statistical note 1 requirements. Commonly exported for U.S. markets in bulk frozen blocks.
Frozen Shell-On Vietnamese Black Tiger Shrimp 31-40 Count
Frozen shell-on black tiger shrimp (Penaeus monodon) from Vietnamese farms, headless count 67-88 per kg (31-40s). Precisely matches HTS 0306.17.00.10 for frozen farmed shell-on shrimp in this size per chapter statistical requirements. Prized for flavor in Asian-inspired dishes.
Frozen Indian Farmed Vannamei Shrimp 31-40s Shell-On
Frozen shell-on Pacific white shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) farmed in Indian coastal facilities, 67-88 per kg headless (31-40 count). HTS 0306.17.00.10 applies to these frozen farmed other shrimps meeting statistical note 1. Widely used in value-added processing.
Bulk Frozen Farmed Shell-On Shrimp 35/40 Count
IQF or block-frozen shell-on farmed shrimp averaging 35-40 count per pound equivalent (67-88/kg headless), suitable for institutional packs. Classified HTS 0306.17.00.10 as frozen farmed shell-on other shrimp per size and statistical note 1. Ideal for hotels and processors.