Frozen European Common Squid (Loligo vulgaris)
Frozen Loligo vulgaris squid from Mediterranean and Northeast Atlantic fisheries, typically in tube form. This product is classified under tariff item 0307.43.00 as frozen squid, used extensively in European paella and Asian markets.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +25.0% | 25% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the squid is dried, salted, or in brine
Heading 03.07 includes various preservation states, each with separate subheadings.
If the squid is prepared or preserved in a manner other than freezing
Chapter 16 covers prepared molluscs.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the squid is frozen and not cooked or smoked
• Provide documentation of the species and origin for CBSA inspection
• Check if the product meets Canadian food safety standards for imported seafood
Related Products under Tariff item 0307.43.00
Block Frozen Loligo opalescens Squid for Processing
Block-frozen whole Loligo opalescens squid packed in large blocks for industrial further processing into value-added products. This is frozen squid of a specific species, classified under tariff item 0307.43.00.
Block Frozen Loligo Pealei Squid for Processing
Block-frozen whole Loligo pealei squid destined for further industrial processing into value-added products. This is frozen squid of a specific species, classified under tariff item 0307.43.00.
Block Frozen Whole Cuttlefish
Block frozen whole cuttlefish, preserved by freezing for industrial portioning. This product is a mollusc of the cuttlefish family, frozen in blocks, and falls under the tariff item for frozen cuttle fish and squid.
Frozen Argentine Shortfin Squid
Frozen Argentine shortfin squid (Illex argentinus), a key species in global trade. This squid is preserved by freezing and falls under the tariff item for frozen cuttle fish and squid.
Frozen Argentine Shortfin Squid Fillets
Skinless, boneless frozen fillets of Argentine shortfin squid (Illex argentinus), a key export from Patagonian waters. This product is a mollusc preserved by freezing, falling under the tariff item for frozen cuttle fish and squid.
Frozen Argentine Shortfin Squid (Loligo gahi)
Frozen Loligo gahi (Patagonian squid) from South Atlantic waters, supplied whole or in tube form. This product falls under tariff item 0307.43.00 as frozen squid, commonly used for surimi production and direct consumption.