Frozen Shortfin Squid (Illex argentinus) from Germany
Frozen Patagonian shortfin squid tubes from South Atlantic fisheries, technically under 'other' frozen squid HTS 0307.43.0060 despite species-specific reporting options. Popular for bait and human consumption.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use precise scientific nomenclature to support statistical reporting
• Document vessel names and fishing zones for IUU fishing compliance
• Separate bait-grade from food-grade shipments to avoid contamination issues