Breaded Butterfly Shrimp from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• 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