Shrimp Skewers from Japan
Pre-cooked shrimp threaded on wooden skewers, frozen, sometimes with seasoning. Classified in HTS 1605.29.10 as other prepared shrimp products.
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
• Declare skewers as presentation aids, not changing primary classification
• Test for moisture content to confirm 'prepared' status vs. frozen raw
• Include allergen labeling for shellfish in import documentation