Shrimp and Tuna Salad Ready-to-Eat Meal

A pre-packaged salad combining cooked shrimp, tuna flakes, vegetables, and dressing, designed as a complete meal. Classified under HTS 1604.20.0590 as it contains crustacean meat (shrimp) and is a prepared meal not elsewhere specified. Excludes simple mixtures without meal intent.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+35.0%40%
🇲🇽Mexico5%+10.0%15%
🇨🇦Canada5%+10.0%15%
🇩🇪Germany5%+10.0%15%
🇯🇵Japan5%+10.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

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

1604.14.22Higher: 41% vs 40%

If tuna predominant and no significant crustacean meat

Tuna-based preparations without substantial crustaceans fall under tuna subheadings.

1605Lower: 10% vs 40%

If predominantly shrimp with minor fish

Shrimp-focused products shift to Chapter 16 mollusc/crustacean headings.

2009Lower: 10% vs 40%

If frozen, not heat-processed or preserved

Frozen aquatic mixtures without preservation process classify as Chapter 20 preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify Section 609 compliance for shrimp content with certification of origin and harvest documentation

Label net weight, species (e.g

shrimp), and ingredients clearly to avoid misclassification

Ensure refrigeration chain; common pitfall is spoilage claims leading to FDA rejections