Antarctic krill ( Euphausia superba)
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Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Products classified under HTS 0511.99.30.30
Frozen Antarctic Krill (Euphausia superba)
Frozen whole Antarctic krill (Euphausia superba) harvested from Southern Ocean waters, primarily used as feed in aquaculture and pet food formulations. Classified under HTS 0511.99.30.30 as products chiefly used as animal food, unfit for human consumption per chapter notes excluding edible products. It retains its natural form without processing beyond freezing for preservation.
Dried Antarctic Krill Meal for Aquafeed
Dried and ground Antarctic krill (Euphausia superba) processed into meal form, chiefly used as a high-protein ingredient in fish and shrimp farm feeds. Falls under HTS 0511.99.30.30 due to its primary role in animal nutrition, excluding it from edible human food categories per chapter exclusions. Minimal processing preserves its nutritional profile for livestock.
Antarctic Krill Whole for Pet Food
Intact frozen or dried whole Antarctic krill (Euphausia superba) supplied to pet food manufacturers for premium fish and reptile diets. HTS 0511.99.30.30 covers it as unfit for humans and chiefly for animal consumption, aligning with chapter exclusions for edible products. High omega-3 content makes it ideal for pet nutrition.
Krill Protein Concentrate from Euphausia superba
Concentrated protein powder derived from Antarctic krill (Euphausia superba), used exclusively in poultry and swine feeds. Under HTS 0511.99.30.30 as other animal products for animal food, not covered by edible exclusions or textile materials. Extraction focuses on defatted proteins for enhanced digestibility.
Bulk Frozen Krill for Shrimp Farm Feed
Bulk shipments of frozen Antarctic krill (Euphausia superba) destined for shrimp aquaculture as live feed replacement. Classified in HTS 0511.99.30.30 for its chief use in animal food, excluding human consumption per chapter notes. Sustainably sourced to support larval shrimp growth.
Dried Krill Flakes for Ornamental Fish
Flaked dried Antarctic krill (Euphausia superba) for tropical fish food in aquarium trade. HTS 0511.99.30.30 applies as animal food ingredient, distinct from prepared pet foods or human edibles. Flaking enhances palatability for small fish species.
Antarctic Krill for Salmonid Feed
Whole or minced frozen krill (Euphausia superba) incorporated into salmon and trout extrudes. Under 0511.99.30.30 for chief animal feed use, not textile or edible exclusions. Provides astaxanthin for fish pigmentation.
Krill Dehydrated Powder for Livestock
Dehydrated powder from Antarctic krill for swine and poultry rations. HTS 0511.99.30.30 for animal food products NES. High phospholipid content aids digestion.
Frozen Minced Krill for Aquafeed
Minced frozen Antarctic krill for top-dressing aquafeeds. 0511.99.30.30 as animal ingredient.
Krill for Reptile Feed
Dried krill pieces for lizard and turtle diets. Chiefly animal food under 0511.99.30.30.
Bulk Antarctic Krill Biomass
Unprocessed frozen biomass for feed processing. 0511.99.30.30 classification.
Krill Chitin Extract for Feed
Chitin-rich extract from krill shells for animal diets. Under 0511.99.30.30.
Spray-Dried Krill for Birds
Spray-dried krill for avian feeds. Animal food HTS.
Krill for Zoological Parks
Bulk krill for zoo animal diets.
Defatted Krill Meal
Oil-removed krill meal for feeds.