HS 030617 Other shrimps and prawns

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What products does HS 030617 cover?

This subheading covers other shrimps and prawns, not elsewhere specified, which are classified under Heading 0306 of the Harmonized System. According to the WCO Harmonized System Nomenclature, this includes various species of shrimp and prawn that do not fall into more specific subheadings within 0306. For instance, the USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and the EU's TARIC database define this category broadly to encompass all crustaceans of the order Decapoda, suborder Pleocyemata, infraorder Caridea and Dendrobranchiata, excluding those specifically enumerated in preceding subheadings, such as live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted, or in brine.

What falls outside HS 030617?

The following products are excluded from HS 030617: live aquatic invertebrates of the suborder Pleocyemata, other than shrimps and prawns, such as lobsters and crabs (classified under 0306.19.00.20 in the US HTS); prepared or preserved shrimps and prawns (classified under Chapter 16); and certain processed forms like shrimp paste or shrimp flour. For example, cooked and breaded shrimp, ready for consumption, would typically be classified under HS 1605.29.00.00, not under this subheading for raw or simply preserved products.

What are common classification mistakes for HS 030617?

A common error is misclassifying processed or cooked shrimp and prawns under this subheading. General Rule of Interpretation (GRI) 1 states that classification shall be determined according to the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. If a product is prepared or preserved in a manner that moves it beyond its raw state, such as by cooking, seasoning, or breading, it generally falls into Chapter 16. For example, frozen shrimp that have been battered and fried are not classified as simply frozen shrimp under 030617.

How should importers classify products under HS 030617?

The correct procedure for classifying products under HS 030617 involves a thorough examination of the product's form and processing. Importers and customs brokers must consult the official tariff schedule of the importing country, such as the USITC HTS or the UK Trade Tariff. Key considerations include whether the shrimp or prawns are fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted, or in brine, and if any further processing has occurred. Verifying the species and ensuring it is not covered by a more specific subheading is crucial for accurate classification.

How is the duty calculated for products under HS 030617?

A shipment of 100 kilograms of frozen headless shrimp, declared at a customs value of $500 USD, would attract a US duty of $150.00. This is calculated using the Most Favored Nation (MFN) duty rate of 30% ad valorem, applied to the declared customs value. The calculation is: 30% of $500 USD = $150.00. This rate is published in the USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) under subheading 0306.17.00.00.

Which trade agreements reduce duties for HS 030617?

Several free trade agreements may reduce the applicable duty rate for HS 030617, including the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) and the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) for certain developing countries. Under USMCA, originating shrimp and prawns from Mexico and Canada can enter the US duty-free. For GSP beneficiaries, preferential rates can be as low as Free. Documentation required to claim preference typically includes a self-certified origin statement for USMCA or a GSP Form A for GSP eligible countries, depending on the specific importing country's regulations.

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