Frozen Cuttlefish (Sepia officinalis) from Japan
Frozen whole cuttlefish, a cephalopod mollusc used in Mediterranean cuisine. HTS 0307.43.00 explicitly includes frozen cuttle fish and squid.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Label with full species name and processing state (whole, dressed)
• Comply with US Customs frozen food temperature requirements
• Avoid bulk packaging that could suggest industrial pellets