Other
Molluscs, whether in shell or not, live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine; smoked molluscs, whether in shell or not, whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process: > Cuttle fish and squid: > Frozen > Squid: > Other: > Other
Duty Rate (from China)
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
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)
Products classified under HTS 0307.43.00.50
Frozen Giant Squid (Dosidicus gigas)
Frozen giant squid, scientifically known as Dosidicus gigas, caught in the Pacific Ocean and processed for international trade. This product falls under HTS 0307.43.00.50 as 'other' frozen squid, distinct from illex or notothenia species specified in prior subheadings. It is typically sold in whole or tube form for further processing into calamari or fillets.
Frozen Humboldt Squid
Frozen Humboldt squid (Dosidicus gigas), a large species popular in Asian markets, supplied in cleaned tubes or whole. Classified under HTS 0307.43.00.50 as 'other' frozen squid, excluding named varieties like illex. Ideal for manufacturing squid rings or stir-fry applications.
Frozen Argentine Shortfin Squid (Loligo/Loliolus spp.)
Frozen Argentine shortfin squid from Loligo species, processed into tubes for export. This 'other' frozen squid under HTS 0307.43.00.50 covers varieties not specified elsewhere in the squid subheadings. Commonly used in frozen seafood salads or tempura.
Frozen Oceanic Squid (Ommastrephes bartramii)
Frozen neon flying squid (Ommastrephes bartramii), a high-seas species frozen at sea. Falls under HTS 0307.43.00.50 for unspecified frozen squid varieties. Exported primarily to Japan for sashimi-grade tubes.
Frozen Purpleback Squid (Sthenoteuthis spp.)
Frozen purpleback flying squid, a lesser-known species from Indian Ocean fisheries, cleaned and frozen whole. Classified as 'other' frozen squid in HTS 0307.43.00.50. Used in canned or fried seafood products.
Frozen European Common Squid (Loligo vulgaris)
Frozen Loligo vulgaris squid from Atlantic fisheries, typically in IQF tubes. This common variety fits HTS 0307.43.00.50 as 'other' frozen squid not otherwise specified. Popular for Mediterranean cuisine.
Frozen Pygmy Squid (Loliolus spp.)
Small frozen pygmy squid used in gourmet applications, sourced from Indo-Pacific waters. HTS 0307.43.00.50 captures these miniature 'other' frozen squid. Often sold for sushi or dried snacks post-import.