Frozen Shell-On Spot Prawns (20 count) from Japan
Large frozen shell-on spot prawns (Pandalus platyceros) with ~20 per kg headless, wild-caught Alaskan waters. Classed in HTS 0306.17.00.17 for shell-on, non-farmed frozen prawns <33/kg. Prized for buttery texture in high-end cuisine.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Sustainable fishery certs (e.g
• MSC) aid clearance; verify against NOAA prohibited species lists
• Document headless weight precisely—spot prawns vary greatly, risking audit if counts off