Frozen food manufacturers, seafood distributors, and retail chains across multiple continents import shrimp and prawns for a wide range of packaged and fresh seafood products.
HSN code 03069500 is classified as Free under India's DGFT ITC(HS) export policy — no export license is required.
This product may be freely exported/imported from India without a license.
HSN Code Details
Shrimp and prawn species of all sizes and preparation states (excluding those covered by more specific subheadings) are grouped under this code.
Shrimp exports typically require IQF (individually quick-frozen) processing, moisture-proof packaging, and continuous cold chain from -18°C, along with a health and quality certificate; the product can be exported freely from India without a license.
Related HSN Codes (Heading 0306)
- 0306CRUSTACEANS, WHETHER IN SHELL OR NOT, LIVE, FRESH, CHILLED, FROZEN, DRIED, SALTED OR IN BRINE; SMOKED CRUSTACEANS, WHETHER IN SHELL OR NOT, WHETHER OR NOT COOKEDFree
- 03061100Frozen : -- Rock lobster and FreeFree
- 030612Frozen : -- Lobsters (HomarusFree
- 03061210Whole cooked FreeFree
- 03061290Other FreeFree
- 03061400Frozen : -- Crabs FreeFree
Frequently Asked Questions
No. HSN 03069500 is classified as Free under DGFT ITC(HS) policy, so it can be exported from India without an export license or permit.
HSN 03069500 covers general shrimp and prawn varieties for commercial trade.
HSN 03069500 falls under Chapter 03 and Heading 0306 of India's customs tariff schedule.
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