Frozen Black Tiger Shrimp Cooked and Peeled from Japan
Pre-cooked, peeled, and frozen black tiger shrimp (Penaeus monodon) for convenience retail packs. This fits HTS 1605.29.10.10 as other frozen prepared/preserved shrimp (cooking counts as preparation), imported per statistical note 1 under section 609. Differentiated from uncooked fresh shrimp in Chapter 3.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include cooking method and temperature logs in documentation to confirm preparation status without triggering reclassification
• Use FDA prior notice for all seafood entries 2-8 hours before arrival to avoid detention
• Monitor aggregate import volumes under statistical note 1 to prevent over-quota surcharges or scrutiny