Live Peeled Aerated Shrimp from Japan
Live peeled shrimp shipped in aerated tanks, typically coonstripe or humpy species, peeled immediately post-harvest for premium markets. HTS 0306.36.0040 covers such peeled live/fresh imports compliant with chapter statistical note 1. High oxygen packing maintains viability.
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
• Aeration system certification required; document oxygen levels and survival rates over transit
• Statistical note 1 mandates detailed species/quantity reporting at entry