Fresh Loligo Pealei Squid Mantles
Fresh, never-frozen mantles (bodies) from Loligo pealei squid, hand-cleaned and packed on ice. Falls under HTS 0307.49.0124 as fresh Loligo pealei squid in the 'other' subcategory. Used by high-end restaurants for raw preparations.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If whole, not mantles only
Whole fresh squid has a distinct tariff line from separated mantles under Loligo.
If other squid parts like fins
Specific squid parts may have separate statistical reporting even within species.
If boiled in brine post-harvest
Any cooking moves it to prepared molluscs in Chapter 16.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide ATPD temperature logs proving 'fresh' status (never below 0°C) to avoid frozen reclassification
• Include fishery improvement project (FIP) certifications for sustainability claims at entry
• Test for heavy metals and pathogens per FDA guidelines specific to squid species
Related Products under HTS 0307.49.01.24
Frozen Loligo Pealei Squid Whole
Whole frozen Loligo pealei squid, also known as longfin inshore squid, caught off the U.S. East Coast and Northeast Atlantic. This product falls under HTS 0307.49.0124 as it is specifically classified as frozen Loligo pealei squid, a type of squid in the 'other' category excluding certain species. Typically imported in bulk for further processing into calamari or bait.
Chilled Loligo Pealei Squid Tubes
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.
Frozen Loligo Pealei Squid Rings
Pre-cut frozen rings from Loligo pealei squid mantles, lightly cleaned and IQF for retail. This fits HTS 0307.49.0124 as frozen Loligo pealei squid, treated as 'other' squid not otherwise specified like arms/tentacles. Ideal for breaded calamari preparations.
Live Loligo Pealei Squid for Bait
Live Loligo pealei squid shipped in aerated seawater tanks for use as fishing bait. Classified precisely under HTS 0307.49.0124 as live Loligo pealei in the squid category, covered by Chapter 3 molluscs. Primarily imported for recreational and commercial fishing industries.
Frozen Block Loligo Pealei Squid
Loligo pealei squid frozen in large blocks (20kg) for industrial processing into fillets or rings. HTS 0307.49.0124 applies as frozen Loligo pealei squid, 'other' not specified further. Common in seafood processing plants.