Live Shell-On Banana Shrimp from Japan
Live banana shrimp (Penaeus merguiensis) shell-on, compliant with chapter statistical note 1. Classified in 0306.36.0020 as live other shrimps and prawns with shells intact. Used in live tanks for premium retail.
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 aerated live tanks during shipping; declare oxygenation methods for live status
• FDA aquaculture drug residue testing critical for live imports from Asia