Live Aerated Pandalus Shrimp from Japan
Live Pandalus spp. shrimp transported in aerated live tanks, shells fully on, from Alaskan cold waters. HTS 0306.35.0020 for live cold-water shrimps under statistical note 1. Targeted for high-end live seafood restaurants.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include live viability reports and transport manifests for customs clearance
• Adhere strictly to section 609; farmed live shrimp need extra origin proofs
• Avoid any chilling media that could reclassify as chilled rather than live