Frozen Shell-On Humpback Shrimp (18/22 count)

Frozen shell-on humpback shrimp (Pandalus hypsinotus) 18-22 per kg headless, wild from North Pacific. Meets HTS 0306.17.00.17 criteria: shell-on, non-farmed, frozen, <33/kg count via statistical note 1. Distinct humpback shape, mild flavor for boiling.

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.

0306Same rate: 35%

If processed headless shell-on

Headless frozen shrimp (shell-on tail) uses separate subheading from intact shell-on with head-off.

1605.29.05.00Higher: 40% vs 35%

If boiled/steamed in shell before freezing

Cooked (boiled/steamed) shell-on crustaceans classify as prepared foods in Chapter 16, not raw frozen.

0306.17.00Same rate: 35%

If farmed and count 15s size

Farmed equivalent uses distinct farmed statistical breakout for same size shell-on frozen shrimp.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Species-specific ID required; humpback often confused with coonstripe—use morphological docs

Bulk imports common—ensure container reefer units maintain -18°C to avoid thawing penalties

Report under statistical note 1 accurately; errors lead to duty adjustments or seizures