Frozen Shell-On Farmed Pacific White Shrimp 41-50 Count

Frozen intact shell-on Pacific white shrimp (Penaeus vannamei) from intensive shrimp farms, sized at 41-50 per pound headless equivalent (89-110/kg). Fits HTS 0306.17.00.11 for frozen shell-on farmed 'other shrimps and prawns' in specified count range. Primarily used in retail peeling or foodservice applications.

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.

0306.17.00.41Same rate: 35%

If count size exceeds 110 per kg (under 41s)

Smaller shrimp (finer count under 41s) in same frozen shell-on farmed category shift to 0306.17.00.41 based on precise size breakouts.

0303Lower: 10% vs 35%

If imported fresh or chilled instead of frozen

Fresh/chilled shell-on farmed shrimp move to live/fresh/chilled heading 0303.16.00, outside the frozen scope of 0306.

0710.80Lower: 24.9% vs 35%

If dried or dehydrated rather than frozen

Dried crustaceans fall under Chapter 07 vegetables provisions if processed that way, distinct from frozen forms in Chapter 03.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain third-party verification of farm-raised status and exact count size via pre-shipment inspection to prevent reclassification

Include brine content declaration if applicable, as excess may trigger moisture adjustment penalties

Pitfall: Failing statistical note 1 reporting leads to CBP holds and fines