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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not imported in accordance with statistical note 1
Shell-on shrimp not meeting section 609 documentary requirements fall under the general shell-on subheading 0306.95.0040.
If not frozen, but chilled
Chilled shell-on shrimp are classified under 0306.26, separate from frozen products in 0306.95.
If processed into shrimp pellets fit for human consumption
Per chapter notes, pellets fit for human consumption are excluded from 0306-0308 and go to heading 0309.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain Programmatic Enforcement Guidance from NOAA Fisheries confirming section 609 compliance before import
• Include commercial invoice specifying 'shell-on' and harvest location to match statistical note criteria
Related Products under HTS 0306.95.00.20
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 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 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.
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.