Fresh Loligo Pealei Squid Mantles from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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