Fresh Chilled Shell-On Northern Shrimp

Pandalus borealis northern shrimp, freshly caught and chilled on ice with shells on, from Arctic fisheries. HTS 0306.35.0020 applies to shell-on cold-water shrimps imported per statistical note 1. Prized for sushi and gourmet seafood applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0306Same rate: 35%

If frozen in blocks or IQF

Frozen forms of cold-water shrimps shift to 0306.26, doubling typical duty considerations.

1605.21.05Higher: 40% vs 35%

If previously cooked and merely chilled

Cooked crustaceans, even chilled, are under Chapter 16 prepared foods, not fresh 0306.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide fishery certificates ensuring sustainable sourcing to meet statistical reporting

Inspect for shell integrity; partial peeling risks reclassification to peeled subheadings

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