IQF Frozen Loligo Pealei Squid Rings
Individually quick frozen (IQF) rings cut from Loligo pealei squid mantles, pre-cut for convenient frying or grilling. This frozen product is classified under tariff item 0307.43.00 as frozen cuttle fish and squid, not smoked, cooked, or further prepared.
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
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the squid rings are dried, salted, or in brine
Heading 03.07 covers molluscs in various states; dried, salted, or brined squid falls under a different subheading.
If the rings are cooked or otherwise prepared beyond freezing
Prepared or preserved molluscs are classified in Chapter 16, not Chapter 3.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is frozen at time of import and not cooked or smoked, as that would change classification
• Provide a certificate of origin if claiming preferential tariff treatment under a free trade agreement
• Verify that the squid species is not listed under CITES restrictions
Related Products under Tariff item 0307.43.00
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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.
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Frozen Argentine Shortfin Squid Fillets
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