Which species are covered by the term “Frozen cold‑water shrimp”?

It includes crustaceans such as Pandalus spp. and Crangon crangon, whether in shell or not, and may be smoked, cooked or raw before or during smoking.

What processing methods are applied to this commodity?

The shrimp can be frozen, smoked, or cooked by steaming or boiling in water, and may be sold with or without the shell.

How should frozen cold‑water shrimp be stored to maintain quality?

Keep the product continuously frozen at appropriate temperatures throughout transport and storage, preserving the cold chain until use.

Frozen Cold-Water Shrimp

Frozen cold-water shrimp are crustaceans harvested from cold-water species such as Pandalus and Crangon. They are sold frozen, either in shell or peeled, and may be smoked or cooked by steaming or boiling.

Prices, specifications and international trade for frozen cold-water shrimp under HS 030616.

Frozen Cold-Water Shrimp Price

$6,966USD/t

Published reference · Jul 1, 2026

Frozen Cold-Water Shrimp Historical Unit Values

Frozen cold-water shrimp is quoted in USD/t at DNK. Historical customs values may differ from the headline reference.

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Frozen Cold-Water Shrimp Exports and Imports

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Denmark led reported frozen cold-water shrimp exports in 2025, at $330M.

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Frozen Cold-Water Shrimp Facts and HS Code

Frozen cold-water shrimp belongs to seafood within protein and dairy. Its customs classification covers HS 030616.

Frozen Cold-Water Shrimp HS Code

Product type	Raw
Form	Frozen
Position in the chain	Primary
Category	Seafood — Protein and dairy
HS codes	030616
Quoted in	USD/t
Reference location	DNK

Production & Handling

Processing steps for frozen cold-water shrimp include Cooking by steaming or boiling, Freezing.

Production and Storage

Perishability	High
Temperature regime	Frozen
Processing steps	Cooking by steaming or boiling Freezing

Uses & Risks

Frozen cold-water shrimp uses, related products and documented risks.

Sourcing risks

Risk	Category	Severity	Mitigation
Antibiotic residues Food safetyHigh Imported frozen cold-water shrimp may contain prohibited antibiotic residues, leading to regulatory rejections and consumer health concerns.	Food safety	High	Implement rigorous testing for antibiotic residues and source from certified producers with traceable supply chains.
Certification compliance SustainabilityMedium Lack of sustainability certification or traceability can restrict market access, especially in regions with strict environmental standards.	Sustainability	Medium	Adopt recognized sustainability certifications and maintain full traceability documentation for the product.

Frozen Cold-Water Shrimp Questions

Which species are covered by the term “Frozen cold‑water shrimp”?: It includes crustaceans such as Pandalus spp. and Crangon crangon, whether in shell or not, and may be smoked, cooked or raw before or during smoking.
What processing methods are applied to this commodity?: The shrimp can be frozen, smoked, or cooked by steaming or boiling in water, and may be sold with or without the shell.
How should frozen cold‑water shrimp be stored to maintain quality?: Keep the product continuously frozen at appropriate temperatures throughout transport and storage, preserving the cold chain until use.