Frozen Giant Squid (Dosidicus gigas) from Germany
Frozen whole giant squid, caught in the Pacific Ocean, classified under HTS 0307.43.0060 as 'other' frozen squid not specifically enumerated elsewhere in the heading. This product is typically imported in bulk for further processing into fillets or rings.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify species identification with scientific names on documentation to avoid misclassification
• Ensure compliance with FDA seafood HACCP requirements and provide certificates of origin
• Check for Section 609 restrictions if any shrimp bycatch is present in harvest