Smoked Shrimp Paste

Smoked shrimp paste is a fermented and smoked blend of ground shrimp, classified under HTS 1605.40.10 as other prepared crustaceans since it falls outside specific shrimp subheadings due to its processed paste form. Commonly used in Southeast Asian cuisines.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChinaFree+35.0%35%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexicoFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanadaFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFree+10.0%10%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

1605Same rate: 35%

If unfermented and simply shrimp-based

Standard prepared shrimp products without heavy processing fall under specific shrimp subheadings.

2103.90.80Higher: 41.4% vs 35%

If mixed with significant spices or binders

Shrimp pastes with additives over 20% may classify as sauces/mixed condiments in Chapter 21.

0306.19.01Same rate: 35%

If raw fermented paste without smoking

Minimally processed fermented shrimp stays as other frozen/not frozen crustaceans in Chapter 3.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Include histamine test results and fermentation details in entry docs to satisfy FDA safety reviews

โ€ข Confirm if paste exceeds moisture thresholds that might shift it to Chapter 21 as food preparations

โ€ข Package in non-airtight containers to stay in this subheading; airtight moves to 1605.40.55