Fresh White Shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) from Canada
Fresh white shrimp, also known as Pacific white shrimp, harvested live or chilled without shelling or freezing. Classified under HTS 0306.36.00 as other shrimps and prawns that are live, fresh, or chilled, excluding cold-water species like Pandalus. Ideal for sushi, ceviche, or immediate cooking to preserve natural flavor.
Duty Rate — Canada → 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
• Comply with Section 609 of Public Law 101-162 requiring certification that shrimp are not harvested by slave labor; provide documentation from suppliers
• Ensure product is truly fresh or chilled (not frozen) with proper temperature logs to avoid reclassification to HTS 0306.17
• Obtain FDA prior notice and shellfish inspection certificates; common pitfall is inadequate country-of-origin labeling