Chilled Shell-On Indian White Prawns
Chilled Indian white prawns (Penaeus indicus) with shells, imported under statistical note 1 provisions. This fits HTS 0306.36.0020 for shell-on other shrimps and prawns, fresh or chilled. Known for firm texture in South Asian dishes.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If salted or in brine, shell-on
Preservation methods like brining move to 0306.95.
If made into pellets fit for human consumption
Chapter note directs human-consumable pellets/flours to 0309.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Partner with certified exporters providing traceability for section 609 compliance
• Declare exact species (Penaeus indicus) to match 'other shrimps' vs warm/cold water breaks
• Monitor transit time <24 hours post-harvest to qualify as fresh/chilled
Related Products under HTS 0306.36.00.20
Fresh Shell-On Tiger Shrimp
Live or fresh tiger shrimp (Penaeus monodon) with shells intact, imported in compliance with statistical note 1 to Chapter 3 regarding shrimp products under section 609 of Public Law 101-162. Classified under HTS 0306.36.0020 as other shrimps and prawns, shell-on, live, fresh, or chilled. The shell-on presentation and fresh condition fit the exact subheading criteria.
Fresh Shell-On Black Tiger Prawns
Live or fresh black tiger prawns (Penaeus monodon) with shells, imported per statistical note 1 to this chapter. HTS 0306.36.0020 specifies shell-on other shrimps and prawns in fresh/chilled form. Commonly sourced from Southeast Asian farms for sushi and gourmet applications.
Fresh Shell-On Vannamei Shrimp
Fresh Pacific white shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) shell-on, adhering to statistical note 1 for shrimp product imports. HTS 0306.36.0020 applies to these other shrimps in live, fresh, or chilled state with shells. Dominant aquaculture species from Latin America.
Fresh Shell-On Endeavour Prawns
Fresh endeavour prawns (Metapenaeus endeavouri) shell-on, per statistical note 1. HTS 0306.36.0020 covers these as other shrimps/prawns live, fresh, or chilled, shell-on. Australian species for export markets.
Chilled Shell-On White Shrimp
Freshly chilled white shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) shell-on, meeting statistical note 1 requirements for shrimp imports. This subheading 0306.36.0020 covers other shrimps and prawns that are live, fresh, or chilled with shells. Ideal for high-end seafood markets requiring premium fresh product.
Chilled Shell-On Kuruma Shrimp
Premium chilled kuruma shrimp (Marsupenaeus japonicus) shell-on, compliant with chapter statistical note 1 on shrimp imports. Falls under 0306.36.0020 for other shell-on shrimps/prawns, live, fresh, or chilled. Prized in Japanese cuisine for its sweet flavor.