Smoked Shrimp
Lightly smoked and peeled shrimp, frozen in non-airtight bags. Falls under HTS 1605.21.10 as other prepared/preserved shrimps not in airtight containers.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If fish smoked instead
Smoked fish uses Chapter 16 heading 1604, separate from crustaceans.
If unsmoked frozen
No preservation process keeps it in live/frozen Chapter 3.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare smoke type (natural/artificial); FDA reviews for carcinogens
• Section 609 docs essential for smoked aquaculture shrimp
Related Products under HTS 1605.21.10
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.
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.