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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0307.49.01Same rate: 35%

If mixed Loligo species or unspecified

Statistical breaks exist for other Loligo or unspecified squid within the frozen category.

0305.41.00.00Higher: 40% vs 35%

If smoked, whether cooked or not

Smoked molluscs shift to heading 0305 regardless of species or state.

1605.54.60Same rate: 35%

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.