Peeled Fresh Cold Water Shrimp from Japan
Fresh, peeled cold water shrimp (Pandalus borealis) imported live or chilled, with shells and heads removed for immediate processing or consumption. Classified under HTS 0306.36.0040 as peeled shrimp meeting the statistical note requirements for shrimp imports under section 609. Not dried, frozen, or processed beyond peeling.
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
• Verify compliance with section 609 of Public Law 101-162; obtain Program 603 certification from harvesting country for all shrimp imports
• Provide documentation proving fresh/chilled state and peeling process; temperature logs required to confirm not frozen