Frozen Shrimp Pellets

Agglomerated pellets made from compressed frozen shrimp, fit for human consumption as fish bait alternative, soup bases, or protein snacks. HTS 0309.90.10 covers these as frozen pellets of crustaceans per chapter definition, agglomerated by compression.

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%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

2309.90Lower: 11.4% vs 35%

If intended for fish feed despite human fitness

End-use as animal feed overrides human consumption classification per chapter notes.

1605.40Lower: 10% vs 35%

If smoked or otherwise preserved

Preserved crustacean products like smoked shrimp patties move to Chapter 16.

2104.10.00Lower: 20.7% vs 35%

If flavored soups or broths

Prepared soups containing crustacean pellets classified by principal function under 2104.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Document pellet production method (compression or binder) to confirm fit within chapter pellet definition

β€’ Obtain APHIS or FDA approval if marketed for aquaculture human-grade use

β€’ Watch for misdeclaration as pet food, which could trigger lower duties but regulatory violations

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