Breaded Frozen Popcorn Shrimp
Small bite-sized frozen shrimp pieces breaded with seasoned crumbs, popular as appetizers. Classified in HTS 1605.21.10.20 as breaded, frozen, not airtight container shrimp per statistical note 1. The small size and breading make it a distinct prepared product.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in immediate airtight containers like pouches
Airtight primary packaging excludes it from the 'not in airtight' subheading.
If flavored heavily as soup base or stock
Soups and broths with shrimp classify under Chapter 21 preparations.
If made from crab instead of shrimp
Other prepared crustaceans like crab meat fall under heading 1604.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Segment size on invoice (e.g
• 200/300 count per pound) to verify popcorn classification
• Ensure no sauce pouches included, as that could classify as a set under different rules
• Monitor EU re-export certificates if transshipped, per Section 609 requirements
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