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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not imported per statistical note 1
Shell-on shrimp not meeting note 1 uses 0306.37, potentially different reporting.
If cooked and not in shell
Prepared/preserved cooked shrimp heads to Chapter 16 for processed seafood.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain vessel certifications excluding IUU fishing per section 609 to prevent CBP holds
• Label clearly as 'shell-on, fresh/chilled' with harvest date to support classification
• Watch for humidity issues in shipping that could lead to drying, reclassifying under 0306.56
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 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.
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.
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.