Fresh Todarodes Pacific Squid
Fresh Todarodes pacificus squid, caught in the Pacific Ocean and shipped chilled on ice without freezing. Falls under HTS 0307.42.00 for fresh or chilled squid, a mollusc not subjected to drying, salting, or brining. Ideal for sushi markets requiring premium quality.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If filleted or processed into portions
Processed into fillets moves to 0304 for frozen fillets, but fresh to analogous fresh headings.
If live, fresh or chilled octopus instead
Different mollusc genus (octopus) classified under 0307.7, not squid 0307.4.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Maintain cold chain below 4°C with ice documentation to confirm 'chilled' status over frozen
• Label species accurately (FAO 3-alpha code TOD) to comply with FDA seafood HACCP rules
• Avoid common pitfall of partial freezing, which triggers 0307.52.00 reclassification
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Chilled Argentine Shortfin Squid
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