Frozen Giant Squid Fillets from Japan
Frozen skinless fillets from giant squid (Dosidicus gigas), stripped of mantle and tentacles, ready for culinary use. Classified under HTS 0307.43.00.10 as frozen squid fillets, distinct from whole or headed squid in other subheadings. These are processed molluscs fit for human consumption but not as flours, meals, or pellets per Chapter notes.
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
• Verify supplier certifications for no illegal fishing; frozen seafood requires cold chain documentation to prevent spoilage claims at customs
• Include species identification (e.g
• Dosidicus gigas) on invoices to match HTS description and avoid reclassification