Chilled Loligo Pealei Squid Tubes from Japan
Cleaned and chilled squid tubes from Loligo pealei, peeled and gutted for foodservice use. Classified under HTS 0307.49.0124 due to its specific species identification as Loligo pealei squid in chilled form, within the 'other squid' category. Commonly used in sushi or quick-frozen applications.
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
• Maintain cold chain with temperature logs (0-4°C) and ice packing to preserve 'chilled' status
• Include detailed processing records showing no cooking to stay in Chapter 3, avoiding Chapter 16
• Label with species name and harvest area for customs verification against Northeast Atlantic quotas