Live Illex Squid from Canada
Live Illex squid (Illex argentinus) harvested from the South Atlantic, transported in oxygenated seawater tanks to maintain viability. Classified under HTS 0307.42.00 as live squid, fitting the chapter's scope for live molluscs including squid. Not processed, frozen, or preserved.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify live status with temperature logs and oxygenation certificates to avoid reclassification as fresh/chilled
• Obtain CITES permits if from protected stocks; comply with section 609 if misidentified as shrimp product
• Use insulated live tanks; declare exact species to prevent customs delays on molluscs