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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If cold-water shrimp like Pandalus borealis
Cold-water northern shrimp species fall under a separate subheading within other frozen shrimp, distinguished by species and habitat.
If shell-on but peeled before freezing
Peeled or deveined shell-on shrimp are classified separately as shell-off equivalents under 0306.96.
If cooked, not raw frozen
Cooked shrimp, even shell-on, move to Chapter 16 as prepared or preserved crustaceans, not fresh/chilled/frozen raw under Chapter 3.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify compliance with section 609 of Public Law 101-162 via documentary evidence like captain's statements or chain-of-custody records showing use of turtle excluder devices
• Ensure product is labeled as shell-on and provide species identification (e.g
• Litopenaeus vannamei) to avoid misclassification
Related Products under HTS 0306.95.00.20
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 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.