Brined Argentine Red Shrimp

Pleoticus muelleri shrimp in brine, raw frozen, shell-on for export packs. Under HTS 0306.95.00 as shrimps in brine, not cooked or processed further. Standard for value-added preservation.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0306Same rate: 35%

If cooked in brine

Cooked shrimps in brine classify under 0306.26, indicating heat treatment.

0306.17.00Same rate: 35%

If peeled/deveined and brined

Processed peeled shrimps in brine go to specific 0306.17 subheadings.

2106.90.99Lower: 13.9% vs 35%

If flavored or seasoned brine for retail

Food preparations with additives beyond simple brine move to Chapter 21.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Specify brine composition (e.g

β€’ 2-5% salt) in entry docs to confirm not cooked

β€’ Full Section 609 chain certification from Argentina farms

β€’ Avoid pitfall of undeclared freezing post-brine

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