Shrimp Flour for Human Consumption
Finely ground flour made from dried shrimp, suitable for human consumption as a protein-rich ingredient in baking or soups. Classified under HTS 0309.90.90.00 as shrimp flour fit for human use, distinct from animal feed pellets. Meets chapter note excluding flours from headings 0305-0308 when human-grade.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If flavored or mixed with seasonings
Blended or seasoned shrimp flours classified as food preparations in Chapter 21, not pure aquatic invertebrate flours.
If not fit for human consumption
Animal feed-grade shrimp meals fall under Chapter 23 preparations for animal use.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify Section 609 compliance with shrimp sourcing documentation to avoid antidumping scrutiny
• Ensure labeling confirms fitness for human consumption per FDA standards
• Test for contaminants as common pitfall in aquatic flours
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