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How to Import Frozen Shrimp & Prawns from India

To import frozen shrimp & prawns from India, source from a verified manufacturer (HS code 0306), agree Incoterms and quantity, then work with a trade partner that helps you handle customs compliance, landed-cost logistics and documentation. India is one of the world's largest exporters of frozen shrimp & prawns, with a major manufacturing cluster in Andhra Pradesh, Kerala & Gujarat coast.

HS code 0306 — Frozen Shrimp & Prawns (HS 0306)
Top destinations United States, China, Japan, Vietnam, Belgium, United Arab Emirates
Typical MOQ 1 x 40ft reefer container
Lead time 20–35 days (frozen, reefer ocean freight)
Certifications MPEDA registration, EIC / Export Inspection Council approval, HACCP, EU-approved establishment number (for the EU), US FDA registration (for the USA)
Quality & testing Test at origin for banned antibiotics (nitrofurans, chloramphenicol), heavy metals and microbial load; the reefer cold-chain must be unbroken.
Common Incoterms FOB Visakhapatnam/Kochi, CIF destination port
Compliance & duties Destinations enforce strict antibiotic-residue and heavy-metal limits — EU border rejection is common for Indian shrimp. Confirm the EU establishment approval number and the importer's cold-chain.

Step-by-step: importing frozen shrimp & prawns from India

  1. Classify the product. Confirm the HS code (0306) so duties and required certifications are correct.
  2. Find a verified manufacturer. Match with an Indian maker (cluster: Andhra Pradesh, Kerala & Gujarat coast), and agree quantity (1 x 40ft reefer container) and Incoterms.
  3. Get an all-in landed-cost quote. Product price, freight, duties, and any free-trade-agreement (FTA) saving for your destination.
  4. Check compliance. Verify destination certifications: MPEDA registration, EIC / Export Inspection Council approval, HACCP, EU-approved establishment number (for the EU), US FDA registration (for the USA).
  5. Ship and track. Generate and validate trade documents, then ship (20–35 days (frozen, reefer ocean freight)) with milestone tracking.

Frequently asked questions

What is the HS code for frozen shrimp & prawns from India?

Frozen Shrimp & Prawns is classified under HS code 0306. The exact 8-digit code depends on the specific product, material and finish. Aaziko confirms the precise HS code before quoting.

What certifications do I need to import frozen shrimp & prawns from India?

Commonly required certifications include MPEDA registration, EIC / Export Inspection Council approval, HACCP, EU-approved establishment number (for the EU), US FDA registration (for the USA). Requirements vary by destination — Aaziko sources only from verified makers who can provide them.

What is the minimum order quantity for frozen shrimp & prawns from India?

Typical MOQ is 1 x 40ft reefer container. Smaller trial orders are often possible for quality approval before a bulk order.

How long does it take to import frozen shrimp & prawns from India?

Typical lead time is 20–35 days (frozen, reefer ocean freight). Top destinations for Indian frozen shrimp & prawns include United States, China, Japan, Vietnam. Aaziko gives an exact landed-cost and delivery estimate per corridor.

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Figures on this page are illustrative and updated from Aaziko's trade data. Confirm exact HS code, duties and certifications for your specific product and destination before ordering.