Frozen Peeled Wild Gulf Shrimp
Frozen shrimp (Penaeus aztecus) from the Gulf of Mexico, peeled and deveined, wild-caught not farmed. Classified under HTS 0306.17.0042 as frozen, peeled, non-farmed other shrimps per statistical note 1 requirements. Excludes any aquaculture sourcing.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If whiteleg shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) species
Specific subheading for frozen cold-water whiteleg shrimp separates from 'other shrimps'.
If not peeled or deveined
Unpeeled frozen shrimp fall under general frozen other shrimps heading.
If live, fresh, or chilled instead of frozen
Fresh or chilled wild peeled shrimp classified in live/fresh/chilled headings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide wild-catch certification and traceability docs per statistical note 1 to avoid detention
• Comply with section 609 P.L. 101-162 banning imports from IUU fishing; include vessel logs if requested
• Ensure no farmed indicators in labeling; test for antibiotics common in aquaculture
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