Breaded Butterfly Shrimp from Japan
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 — 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
• 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