Frozen Shell-On Cold Water Shrimp 61-70s from Japan
Frozen shell-on shrimp from cold water species like Pandalus borealis, with a headless count of 133-154 per kg (61-70s), imported wild-caught and not farmed. Classified under HTS 0306.17.00.28 due to its specific size range, shell-on presentation, and compliance with statistical note 1 for non-farmed shrimp. These are typically used in seafood processing or retail as premium shrimp.
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
• Verify compliance with section 609 of Public Law 101-162 requiring catch documentation for wild shrimp to avoid antidumping duties
• Provide accurate count size certification (133-154 per kg headless weight) and species identification on commercial invoices
• Ensure proper cold chain documentation to prevent reclassification as spoiled or unfit goods