Frozen Loligo Squid for Surimi from China
Bulk frozen Loligo squid optimized for surimi processing, tubes and tentacles mixed. Remains 'other' frozen Loligo under HTS 0307.43.00.29 pre-processing. Low-temp frozen to preserve protein elasticity.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Certify <78% moisture to meet surimi specs and avoid soak-water duty adjustments
• Supplier audit for mercury/bioaccumulation per processor specs
• Ship in reefer containers set to -25°C for gel strength retention