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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If mixed Loligo species or unspecified
Statistical breaks exist for other Loligo or unspecified squid within the frozen category.
If smoked, whether cooked or not
Smoked molluscs shift to heading 0305 regardless of species or state.
If breaded and cooked for retail sale
Breaded calamari rings are prepared foods under Chapter 16, not raw frozen squid.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare exact cut form (rings) but confirm species docs; mislabeling leads to penalties
• Comply with USDA/NOAA import permits if from regulated fisheries; test for histamine levels
• Avoid over-processing that could reclassify as 'prepared' under 1605 if battered or cooked
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.
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.
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.
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.