Frozen Cooked Shrimp
Frozen cooked shrimp (Penaeus vannamei) that have been peeled, deveined, and cooked, packed in bulk plastic bags rather than airtight containers. This product falls under HTS 1605.21.10 as prepared or preserved crustaceans (shrimps) not in airtight containers, specifically under the 'Other' category for non-specific forms.
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More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If raw frozen, not cooked or preserved
Raw frozen shrimp are classified in Chapter 3 as unprepared, not under prepared/preserved in Chapter 16.
If in airtight containers like cans or pouches
Products in airtight containers shift to subheading 1605.21.40, excluding them from 'Other' not airtight.
If from specific species like cold-water shrimp (Pandalus)
Certain shrimp species like Pandalus are classified separately from other shrimps/prawns.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify compliance with Section 609 of Public Law 101-162 requiring certification that shrimp are not harvested by vessels engaged in illegal fishing
• Provide FDA prior notice and ensure proper labeling for species (e.g
• Litopenaeus vannamei) and country of origin
• Avoid misclassification by confirming packaging is not airtight; bulk frozen bags qualify as 'Other'
Related Products under HTS 1605.21.10
Breaded Shrimp
Breaded and pre-fried shrimp tails, frozen in non-airtight trays for foodservice use. Classified under HTS 1605.21.10 as other prepared or preserved shrimps not in airtight containers, due to the coating and cooking process making them preserved products.
Peeled Deveined Shrimp
Individually quick frozen (IQF) peeled and deveined shrimp, cooked and packed in bulk non-airtight bags. This fits HTS 1605.21.10 as 'Other' prepared shrimps not in airtight containers, processed for preservation.
Shrimp Cocktail
Cooked shrimp mixed with cocktail sauce, packed in plastic tubs (not airtight). Under HTS 1605.21.10 as other preserved shrimps not in airtight containers; the sauce enhances preservation but primary component is shrimp.
Tempura Shrimp
Batter-coated tempura shrimp, par-fried and frozen in open trays (non-airtight). HTS 1605.21.10 applies as other prepared crustaceans (shrimps), preserved by frying and freezing.
Shrimp Fritters
Minced shrimp formed into fritters, breaded and frozen (non-airtight). HTS 1605.21.10 for other preserved shrimp products not in airtight containers.
Marinated Shrimp
Cooked shrimp marinated in oil/garlic, non-airtight packs. HTS 1605.21.10 as preserved 'Other' shrimps.