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%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
• 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