Fresh Shell-On Black Tiger Prawns from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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