Frozen Black Tiger Shrimp from Japan
Penaeus monodon shrimp, commonly known as black tiger shrimp, frozen whole with shells intact. Classified under HTS 0306.17.00 as other frozen shrimps and prawns, excluding cold-water varieties like shrimp and prawns of the genus Pandalus. These are typically sourced from warm-water aquaculture in Southeast Asia.
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
• Comply with Section 609 of Public Law 101-162 requiring certification that shrimp products are not harvested using forced labor in certain countries
• Provide FDA prior notice and ensure shellfish tags document harvest location, date, and processor details
• Avoid misclassification as cold-water shrimp (0306.16); verify species via scientific name on documentation