Fresh European Squid from Japan
Fresh Loligo vulgaris (European squid) delivered chilled from Mediterranean fisheries. HTS 0307.42.00 applies to fresh/chilled squid, whether in shell or not, as primary mollusc form.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Use ATP certification for chilled transport compliance
• Exact weight declarations prevent shortages claims on meltwater
• Avoid mixing with cuttlefish, which shares hierarchy but separate tracking