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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
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.
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.
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
Related Products under HTS 0306.17.00.11
Frozen Shell-On Farmed White Shrimp 41-50s
Frozen shell-on white shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) farmed in controlled aquaculture ponds, with headless count size of 89-110 per kg (41-50s). Classified under HTS 0306.17.00.11 as frozen, shell-on farmed shrimp meeting the specific size criteria per statistical note 1. These are typically cold-water shrimp imported for peeling and further processing.
IQF Frozen Shell-On Vannamei Shrimp 41-50s Farmed
Individually quick frozen (IQF) shell-on Vannamei shrimp from Ecuadorian or Vietnamese aquaculture farms, headless weight 89-110 per kg (41-50s). Precisely matches HTS 0306.17.00.11 for frozen shell-on farmed shrimp in this size class per official count specifications. Ideal for portion-controlled retail packs.
Frozen Headless Shell-On Black Tiger Shrimp 41-50s Farmed
Frozen shell-on black tiger shrimp (Penaeus monodon) farmed in Asia, with headless count 89-110 per kg (41-50s), shells intact. HTS 0306.17.00.11 applies to these 'other shrimps and prawns', frozen shell-on farmed per hierarchy and size specs. Popular for premium peeling markets.
Farmed Frozen Shell-On Shrimp Colossal 41-50 per Pound
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