Frozen Shell-On Argentine Red Shrimp
Frozen shell-on Argentine red shrimp (Pleoticus muelleri), meeting U.S. statistical note 1 import conditions for shrimp. Harvested from South Atlantic waters, these retain shells and are prized for flavor in gourmet applications. Classified in 0306.95.0020 as compliant shell-on frozen shrimp.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If rock lobster or cold-water type
Certain red shrimp species may align with rock lobster subheadings if misidentified.
If previously cooked then frozen
Cooked-and-frozen shell-on shrimp are 'prepared or preserved' under Chapter 16.
If made into flour or meal
Shrimp flours or meals are under 0308, but only if unfit for human consumption per chapter notes.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use CBP's Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) to submit section 609 evidence electronically
• Specify scientific name and 'shell-on frozen' on all shipping manifests
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Frozen Shell-On White Shrimp
Frozen shell-on white shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) imported in compliance with statistical note 1 to Chapter 3, specifically section 609 regarding sea turtle protection measures. These are cold-water shrimp kept in their natural shells, not peeled, and suitable for further processing or direct culinary use. Classified under HTS 0306.95.0020 as shell-on shrimp meeting U.S. import regulations.
Frozen Shell-On Black Tiger Shrimp
Frozen shell-on black tiger shrimp (Penaeus monodon), imported per statistical note 1 requirements for U.S. shrimp imports. These large warm-water prawns retain their shells for protection during freezing and transport. HTS 0306.95.0020 applies to shell-on shrimp adhering to regulatory import standards.
Frozen Shell-On Vannamei Shrimp
Frozen Pacific white shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) with shells intact, imported complying with Chapter 3 statistical note 1 on shrimp products. Commonly farmed in Ecuador and Asia, these are raw frozen for retail or foodservice. Fits HTS 0306.95.0020 for regulated shell-on imports.
Frozen Shell-On Spot Prawns
Frozen shell-on spot prawns (Pandalus platyceros), imported under statistical note 1 provisions. These large prawns from Pacific coasts keep shells for quality preservation during freezing. HTS 0306.95.0020 covers such compliant shell-on shrimp and prawn imports.