Frozen Black Tiger Shrimp Cooked and Peeled from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, 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