Dried Loligo Opalescens Squid Strips
Dried strips of Loligo opalescens squid, salted lightly for snacks or bait, not agglomerated into pellets. Classified in HTS 0307.49.0122 as dried other squid of this species. Common in export markets from Mexico or Canada.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If smoked, whether cooked or not
Smoked molluscs have dedicated provisions in 0307.59.60, separate from simply dried.
If in brine or pickled for retail
Prepared fruits/nuts/other in vinegar/brine includes some preserved squid under Chapter 20.
If flavored snack product
Seasoned/processed dried squid snacks often classify as food preparations in Chapter 21.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document drying process to confirm not 'pellets' per chapter note (no compression/binder used)
• Low-salt versions need nutrition labeling if for human consumption; declare accordingly
Related Products under HTS 0307.49.01.22
Fresh Loligo Opalescens Squid
Fresh, whole Loligo opalescens squid, also known as the market squid, harvested from Pacific waters and chilled for immediate use. Classified under HTS 0307.49.0122 as other squid of the Loligo genus, specifically Loligo opalescens, in fresh or chilled form without shell removal. This species is a staple in West Coast fisheries for bait and human consumption.
Frozen Whole Loligo Opalescens
Frozen whole Loligo opalescens squid, packaged in blocks for long-term storage and distribution. Fits HTS 0307.49.0122 as frozen squid of the Loligo opalescens species, not further processed beyond freezing. Commonly imported for further processing into calamari or bait.
Chilled Loligo Opalescens for Bait
Chilled Loligo opalescens squid packed in ice for use as fishing bait, typically whole and ungutted. Under HTS 0307.49.0122 for chilled other squid of this exact species. Popular in recreational and commercial fishing on the US West Coast.
Frozen Loligo Opalescens Squid Tubes
Frozen mantles (tubes) of Loligo opalescens squid, cleaned but whole, for foodservice. HTS 0307.49.0122 applies to this species-specific frozen squid form before further cutting. Used in Asian cuisines and calamari production.
Live Loligo Opalescens Squid
Live Loligo opalescens squid shipped in aerated seawater tanks for research or live bait markets. HTS 0307.49.0122 covers live molluscs of this species per hierarchy. Rare import due to short shelf life but used in aquaculture.
Salted Loligo Opalescens in Brine
Whole Loligo opalescens squid preserved in brine with salt for extended shelf life. Fits HTS 0307.49.0122 as salted/in brine squid of this species. Used for processing or direct sale in ethnic markets.