Fresh Vannamei Shrimp (Pacific Whiteleg)
Freshly harvested Vannamei shrimp from aquaculture farms, maintained chilled without ice glazing. Classified in HTS 0306.36.00 as other shrimps and prawns in fresh or chilled form. Popular in raw seafood markets and high-end poke bowls.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If specifically Northern cold-water shrimp (Pandalus)
Cold-water species like Pandalus borealis classify separately in 0306.16.00.
If processed into pellets fit for human consumption
Pellets or flours from shrimp for human food move to 0309 per chapter notes, not 0306.
If fit for human consumption and shelled
Chilled, shelled other crustaceans ready for eating go to 0306.93.00.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• ,Avoid common error of ice-glazed shipments misdeclared as fresh, leading to 0306.17 reclass
• FDA registration and prior notice 2-8 hours pre-arrival essential
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