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.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If processed into specific forms like tubes in certain statistical breaks
Statistical annotations may split 'other' into tubes/rings vs whole, but base heading remains 0307.43.
If smoked, whether cooked or not
Smoked molluscs move to heading 0308, regardless of frozen state prior to smoking.
If dried and unfit for human consumption as vegetables
Dried unfit products can shift to Chapter 7 if presented as non-aquatic feed.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure temperature logs during transit to maintain 'frozen' status per CBP frozen goods definitions
• Declare exact HTS statistical suffix if available for tubes vs whole to optimize duty
• Test for histamine levels as required for scombroid species, though squid risk is lower
Related Products 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 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.