Frozen Antarctic Krill Pellets for Supplements

Agglomerated pellets from frozen Antarctic krill using minimal binder, designed as human food supplements rich in EPA/DHA. HTS 0309.90.10.30 covers such frozen pellets of crustaceans (krill) fit for human consumption, per Chapter definition of pellets.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

0309.90.50Same rate: 35%

If unfit for human consumption (e.g., industrial grade)

Flours/meals/pellets not fit for humans go to 0309.90.50 for other uses like bait or feed.

2106.90.26.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If compounded with vitamins/minerals into dietary supplements

Blended nutritional supplements classify under Chapter 21, not pure aquatic flours.

0307.60.00Higher: 40% vs 35%

If shelled or otherwise prepared frozen krill meat

Prepared frozen crustacean meat (not flour/pellet) falls under 0307 for processed shellfish.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document binder quantity to stay within Chapter 3 'small quantity' pellet definition and avoid other chapters

Obtain FDA prior notice for crustacean products and ensure HACCP plans for seafood safety

Test for heavy metals common in krill; non-compliant shipments face CBP holds