India Shrimp Tariff Act

Key Points

• Congress would phase in new import tariffs on shrimp from India: 10% in 2026, 20% in 2027, and 40% starting in 2028.
• The bill also adds an extra $0.10 per kilogram duty on certain shrimp imports, on top of the phased-in tariffs and any other duties already owed.
• It would change country-of-origin labeling so cooked shrimp and crawfish sold in the U.S. must be labeled with where they came from, not treated as a “processed” exemption.
• The bill tells the President to use the money raised by the extra $0.10 per kilogram duty to fund more inspections of imported shrimp and catfish for safety issues.
• For everyday shoppers, this could mean higher prices for shrimp from India and clearer labels at stores and restaurants; for U.S. shrimpers, it aims to reduce cheaper import competition.