Fresh Loligo Squid (Doryteuthis pealeii)

Fresh Loligo squid, scientifically known as Doryteuthis pealeii, harvested from the Atlantic Ocean and delivered chilled but not frozen. This product falls under HTS 0307.42.0020 as it is live, fresh, or chilled Loligo squid, a specific genus of squid classified in this subheading.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0307Same rate: 35%

If frozen instead of fresh/chilled

Frozen Loligo squid shifts to heading 0307.61, as temperature state determines classification in Chapter 3.

0307.49.01Same rate: 35%

If not specifically Loligo genus, e.g., Illex

Other squid species fall under 0307.49; Loligo is distinctly specified in 0307.42.0020.

1605.61.00.00Same rate: 35%

If cooked or processed beyond fresh/chilled

Prepared or preserved squid moves to Chapter 16 for value-added seafood products.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify species identification as Loligo via scientific documentation to match HTS 0307.42.0020; misclassification risks penalties

Maintain cold chain with temperature logs below 4°C for fresh/chilled status; provide health certificates free of contaminants

Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and Lacey Act declarations to avoid holds at entry