Frozen Loligo Pealei Squid Whole from Japan
Whole frozen Loligo pealei squid, caught off the Northeast U.S. coast, preserved by rapid freezing to maintain freshness. This species-specific product falls under HTS 0307.43.0024 as frozen squid of the Loligo pealei variety, excluding Illex species.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify species identification via scientific naming (Loligo pealei) with supplier certificates to avoid misclassification as Illex squid
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and Lacey Act declarations; frozen molluscs require cold chain documentation
• Note statistical reporting requirements; aggregate imports may trigger section 609 shrimp-related provisions indirectly