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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If Illex squid species instead
Illex squid is a separate enumerated species under the same frozen squid subheading, changing classification.
If arms and tentacles only
Frozen squid arms/tentacles are classified separately from whole squid in a different tariff line.
If cooked, frozen, and ready for retail
Cooked and prepared squid products move to Chapter 16 for aquatic invertebrates, not fresh/frozen molluscs.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify species identification with scientific naming (Loligo pealei) via documentation to avoid misclassification
• Ensure compliance with FDA seafood HACCP and country-of-origin labeling; provide catch certificates for traceability
• Watch for Section 609 restrictions if processed with shrimp derivatives; frozen state must be below -18°C
Related Products under HTS 0307.49.01.24
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.
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.