Shrimp Shell Meal Powder Bulk from Japan
Powdered meal from shrimp shells, processed for human consumption as a chitin supplement or soup base, packed in 20 kg bulk drums. Under HTS 0309.10.05.00 as crustacean-derived meal (though fish heading by hierarchy), bulk >6.8 kg, fit for humans; subject to Section 609 shrimp provisions.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Strictly adhere to Section 609 shrimp import documentation (e.g
• Program 1601 certification); test for contaminants like heavy metals; avoid retail packaging to maintain bulk classification