Fresh Loligo Opalescens Squid from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify species identification via scientific naming (Loligo opalescens) on documentation to match HTS 0307.49.0122 exactly
• Maintain cold chain with temperature logs under 4°C for fresh/chilled; FDA prior notice required for molluscan shellfish
• Avoid common pitfall of mislabeling as generic squid, which shifts to 0307.49.01 other categories with different rates