Frozen Raw Argentine Red Shrimp from Canada
Frozen raw Argentine red shrimp (Pleoticus muelleri), peeled and deveined, packed in bulk for foodservice. Classified under HTS 0306.19.0161 as other frozen crustaceans, not cold-water species, not shrimp and prawns, not in airtight containers. Meets chapter definition for frozen crustaceans fit for human consumption.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Comply with Section 609 P.L. 101-162 requiring certification that shrimp are not harvested by slave labor; maintain supplier affidavits
• Provide FDA prior notice and ensure HACCP plans for seafood safety; include lot traceability documentation
• Avoid misclassification as cold-water shrimp (0306.17); verify species via scientific name on invoices