Live Shell-On Pandalus Eous Shrimp from Japan
Northern pink shrimp (Pandalus eous), shipped live in aerated seawater tanks with shells fully intact from Pacific cold waters. Classified in HTS 0306.35.0020 as live cold-water Pandalus spp., compliant with chapter statistical note 1. Ideal for live markets or immediate aquaria display.
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
• Use live transport certifications and oxygenation records to confirm 'live' status upon entry
• Comply with aquaculture regs under statistical note 1; declare wild-caught vs farmed accurately
• Avoid temperature fluctuations that could deem them 'chilled' instead, altering documentation needs