0309.90.90.00/Shrimp Flour for Human Consumption/Japan

Shrimp Flour for Human Consumption from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• 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