Peeled Chilled Pink Shrimp from Japan
Fresh chilled peeled pink shrimp (Pandalus eous), deveined and shell-off for sushi applications. Classified in HTS 0306.95.0040 as peeled shrimp per statistical note 1, covering chilled forms. High-value product requiring rapid import to maintain freshness.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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
• Maintain cold chain documentation from catch to entry to prove chilled state matches HTS
• Obtain FDA prior notice for seafood; delays common pitfall for perishable chilled shrimp
• Confirm no salting or brining occurred, as that shifts to different subheadings