Frozen Argentine Shortfin Squid (Loligo gahi) from Japan
Frozen Loligo gahi (Patagonian squid), a Loligo species from South Atlantic waters, supplied whole or tube form. HTS 0307.43.00.29 captures this as 'other' frozen Loligo squid. Popular for surimi production and direct consumption.
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
• Specify subspecies in documentation (Loligo gahi) to match statistical requirements for Loligo reporting
• Comply with EU-Malvinas origin declarations if Falklands-sourced, affecting US trade sensitivities
• Batch-test for heavy metals, as Falklands squid accumulates cadmium per FDA import alerts