Frozen EZ-Peel Wild Northern Shrimp from Japan
Frozen EZ-peel wild northern shrimp (Pandalus borealis), shell slit for easy removal, non-farmed Atlantic catch. HTS 0306.17.0042 for peeled-form frozen other shrimps per statistical note 1. Commonly used in scampi dishes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• EZ-peel counts as 'peeled' for statistical purposes if shell easily removable
• Screen for veterinary residues; wild shrimp rarely have issues but CBP tests rigorously
• Label with scientific name to prevent reclassification disputes