Jumbo Cooked Shrimp Tail-Off

Easy-peel jumbo shrimp cooked with tails removed, IQF frozen, classified HTS 1605.29.10.40 statistical note 1 as other prepared shrimp. Tail-off processing adds preparation value.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0306.17.00Same rate: 35%

If tail-off but raw

Raw peeled shrimp still Chapter 3, not preserved.

1605.21.05.00Higher: 40% vs 35%

If vacuum-packed tail-off

Airtight retail packs use container-specific subheading.

2309.90.42Lower: 25% vs 35%

If waste from tail removal

Shrimp processing waste classifies as animal feed.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document tail removal process to justify preparation classification

Use block-frozen vs IQF specs carefully for proper duty assessment

Check for uniform cooking to prevent undercooking import refusals

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