Frozen Loligo Squid Tubes
Frozen tubes from Loligo squid (Loligo pealeii or similar species), cleaned and processed for food use, excluding rings and tentacles. Classified under HTS 0307.49.0129 as 'other' frozen Loligo squid, part of the specific subheading for this genus not covered by prior statistical suffixes. This falls within Chapter 3 for aquatic invertebrates like squid.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If specifically Loligo pealeii
Statistical suffix for frozen Loligo pealeii shifts to 0307.43.0100, a more specific breakout within the Loligo category.
If cooked, frozen, and ready for immediate consumption
Cooked preparations of squid move to Chapter 16 for prepared or preserved aquatic invertebrates.
If Illex genus instead of Loligo
Different squid genus like Illex falls under the broader 'other squid' heading outside Loligo-specific subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify species identification via scientific naming or certificates to confirm Loligo genus and avoid misclassification
• Provide FDA prior notice and ensure compliance with seafood HACCP regulations for frozen molluscs
• Check for Section 609 restrictions if any shrimp contamination is possible, though primarily for shrimp
Related Products under HTS 0307.49.01.29
Frozen Loligo Squid Whole Cleaned
Whole frozen Loligo squid, eviscerated and cleaned but intact, intended for further processing or retail. This 'other' Loligo squid product is classified under HTS 0307.49.0129 as it doesn't fit prior specific forms like tubes or rings. Chapter 3 covers such frozen molluscs excluding flours or pellets.
Chilled Loligo Squid Mantles
Fresh chilled mantles (bodies) from Loligo squid, packed on ice for short-term distribution. Falls under HTS 0307.49.0129 as 'other' Loligo squid in chilled form, within the molluscs chapter for non-smoked, non-pelletized products.
Fresh Loligo Squid Hood
Fresh Loligo squid hoods (mantle sections), live or recently harvested for sushi markets. HTS 0307.49.0129 covers 'other' fresh Loligo squid under molluscs, excluding smoked or pelletized forms.
Frozen Loligo Gigas Squid Pieces
Mixed pieces from Loligo gigas (Argentine shortfin squid), frozen for industrial use. HTS 0307.49.0129 as 'other' Loligo species frozen squid.
Chilled Loligo Forbesi Squid
Chilled whole Loligo forbesi squid from European waters, for high-end markets. 'Other' under HTS 0307.49.0129 for chilled Loligo.
Dried Loligo Patagonica Strips
Dried strips from Loligo patagonica squid, popular in Asian snacks. HTS 0307.49.0129 for other dried Loligo.