Breaded Butterfly Shrimp
Breaded and pre-fried butterfly-cut shrimp, individually quick frozen for retail, classified as other prepared shrimp under HTS 1605.29.10.40 per statistical note 1. The breading and frying constitute preparation beyond simple freezing.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If canned with sauce or broth
Canned breaded shrimp products go under airtight container subheadings in 1605.21.
If breading exceeds 50% of total weight
Predominantly breaded products may classify as prepared meals or stuffed pasta under Chapter 19.
If unbreaded raw shrimp
Without breading or cooking, it's raw frozen shrimp in Chapter 3.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label net weight accurately excluding breading to avoid disputes over shrimp content percentage
• Include processing certificates showing breading ingredients for FDA prior notice requirements
• Confirm not classified as a set if sold with dipping sauce, which could shift to composite goods
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Frozen Cooked Shrimp Tail-On
Frozen cooked shrimp with tails intact, prepared by boiling and quick-freezing, classified under HTS 1605.29.10.40 as prepared or preserved crustaceans other than those in airtight containers. This statistical subheading applies to shrimp imports meeting chapter statistical note 1 requirements for specific reporting.
Peeled and Deveined Cooked Shrimp
Individually quick frozen peeled and deveined shrimp that are fully cooked, imported meeting statistical note 1 for HTS 1605.29.10.40 as other prepared crustaceans. Processing includes shell removal, deveining, cooking, and freezing.
Shrimp Cocktail Rings
Pre-arranged rings of cooked medium shrimp, frozen for cocktail appetizers, classified under HTS 1605.29.10.40 as other prepared shrimp per statistical note 1. The ring formation is a preparation method.
Tempura Shrimp
Lightly battered and pre-fried tempura shrimp, frozen, meeting statistical note 1 for HTS 1605.29.10.40 as other prepared crustaceans. Asian-style preparation distinguishes it from simple breaded shrimp.
Cooked Shrimp Meat
Uniform cooked shrimp meat pieces, peeled and chopped, frozen for processing, under HTS 1605.29.10.40 per statistical note 1. Ideal for further manufacturing into patties or salads.
Skewer-Ready Cooked Shrimp
Large cooked shrimp sized and frozen for easy skewering, classified as other prepared shrimp in HTS 1605.29.10.40 meeting statistical note 1. Pre-cooked status enables immediate grilling.