Frozen Shell-On Spot Prawns 15-20s Wild from Japan
Frozen shell-on spot prawns (Pandalus platyceros), wild-caught with 33-45 per kg headless weight (15-20s). Classified in HTS 0306.17.00.19 as other frozen shell-on non-farmed shrimp/prawns meeting exact size criteria. Premium product for high-end restaurants.
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
• Use calibrated scales for headless weight verification during customs exam to confirm 33-45/kg range
• Provide chain of custody docs tracing from wild fishery to avoid farmed misclassification
• Refrigerate below -18°C throughout transit to maintain frozen status and prevent melting/reclassification