Chilled Argentine Shortfin Squid
Chilled Argentine shortfin squid (Illex argentinus outside specific Illex classification), packed on ice for market delivery. Falls under HTS 0307.42.00.40 for other live, fresh, or chilled squid species not separately specified.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If confirmed as Illex illecebrosus
Specific Illex illecebrosus (New England/shortfin) has its own subheading 0307.41, pulling it out of the 'other' category.
If processed into fish meal or pellets unfit for human consumption
Fillets or cuts for meal production may classify under 0305 if not sold as whole fresh squid for direct consumption.
If live but not fresh/chilled
Live squid held in tanks without chilling could argue for different handling, but typically 0307.71 for live unfit for food.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include commercial invoice specifying 'fresh/chilled' and species; pitfall is customs rejecting without proof of temperature chain below 4°C
• Adhere to USDA/APHIS import alerts for molluscs and ensure no antibiotics detected via testing
• Label with country of origin and harvest date to facilitate FDA prior notice filing
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Chilled Peruvian Giant Squid
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