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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If raw frozen, not cooked or preserved
Raw frozen shrimp remain in Chapter 3 as unprepared products, shifting from preserved crustaceans in Chapter 16.
If packed in airtight containers like cans
Shrimp in hermetically sealed containers fall under subheading 1605.21, separate from other preservation methods.
If not meeting statistical note 1 import criteria
Products not imported per statistical note 1 use the broader 1605.29.20 subheading for other preserved shrimp.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify compliance with Section 609 of Public Law 101-162 requiring certification that shrimp are not harvested by slave labor
• Provide detailed documentation on species (e.g
• Litopenaeus vannamei) and processing method for CBP classification
• Avoid misclassification as raw frozen shrimp under Chapter 3 by confirming cooking/preservation status
Related Products under HTS 1605.29.10.40
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.
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.