0306.17.00.28 - Count size (headless weight) 133-154 per kg (61-70s)

This HTS classification, 0306.17.00.28, specifically addresses frozen, shell-on shrimp and prawns that are not farmed and are imported under the conditions outlined in statistical note 1 to Chapter 3. The defining characteristic of this subcategory is its count size, described as 133-154 shrimp or prawns per kilogram, which equates to a headless weight of approximately 61-70 count per pound (often referred to as "61-70s").

This classification is distinct from its sibling categories primarily by its precise count size. For instance, it differentiates from categories with significantly larger shrimp (fewer per kilogram) such as those classified under 0306.17.00.17 (less than 33 per kg) or smaller shrimp like those in 0306.17.00.19 (33-45 per kg). The "133-154 per kg" specification ensures accurate statistical tracking and tariff application for this particular size range of frozen, shell-on, non-farmed shrimp and prawns.

As this HTS code represents a leaf node within the tariff schedule, there are no further subdivisions. Therefore, the classification is concluded at this specific level, focusing on the detailed physical characteristic of the shrimp's count size. Importers must ensure that the product meets all preceding criteria, including being frozen, shell-on, non-farmed, and conforming to statistical note 1 for accurate classification.