Frozen Loligo Pealei Squid Whole from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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