Other
Molluscs, whether in shell or not, live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine; smoked molluscs, whether in shell or not, whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process: > Cuttle fish and squid: > Other > Squid: > Other
Duty Rate (from China)
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
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Products classified under HTS 0307.49.01.50
Frozen Giant Squid (Dosidicus gigas)
Frozen giant squid, scientifically known as Dosidicus gigas, is a large species commonly harvested in the Pacific Ocean, imported in whole or tube form without further processing. It falls under HTS 0307.49.0150 as 'other' frozen squid, distinct from illex or loligo varieties specified elsewhere. This classification applies to squid not in immediate airtight containers or otherwise excluded.
Frozen Humboldt Squid Tubes
Frozen tubes from Humboldt squid (Dosidicus gigas), peeled and cleaned mantles ready for further processing into calamari or bait. Classified under HTS 0307.49.0150 as 'other' frozen squid, excluding block-frozen or retail-packed varieties. This covers semi-processed squid imports for foodservice or manufacturing.
Frozen Argentine Shortfin Squid
Frozen whole or dressed Argentine shortfin squid (Illex argentinus), a key species from South Atlantic fisheries, imported in bulk for processing. HTS 0307.49.0150 captures this as 'other' frozen squid not fitting primary illex or loligo subheadings. Ideal for industrial calamari production.
Chilled Neon Flying Squid
Chilled neon flying squid (Ommastrephes bartramii), kept on ice for freshness, imported live or whole for sushi markets. Falls under HTS 0307.49.0150 as 'other' chilled squid outside primary species. This preserves premium quality for high-end consumption.
Frozen Purpleback Squid
Frozen purpleback flying squid (Sthenoteuthis oualaniensis), a tropical species used in Asian cuisines, imported peeled or whole. HTS 0307.49.0150 designates it as 'other' frozen squid, accommodating diverse global squid types. Common in bait and human food sectors.
Dried Other Squid Strips
Dried strips from assorted squid species not otherwise specified, sun-dried or machine-dried for snacks or seasoning. Under HTS 0307.49.0150 as 'other' dried squid, excluding smoked or brined forms. Popular in export markets for lightweight shipping.
Frozen Oceanic Squid Mantles
Frozen mantles (bodies) from oceanic squid species like Onychoteuthis, cleaned and IQF for convenience. HTS 0307.49.0150 covers these as 'other' frozen squid parts. Used widely in frozen food manufacturing.
Fresh Chilled Patagonian Squid
Fresh chilled Patagonian squid (Martialia hyadesii), air-chilled for market freshness from Falkland waters. Classified in HTS 0307.49.0150 as 'other' chilled squid. Premium for raw bar applications.
Frozen Berry Teuthis Squid
Frozen Berry teuthis squid (Teuthowenia pellucida), deep-sea species imported for niche markets. HTS 0307.49.0150 as 'other' frozen squid captures uncommon varieties. Often for scientific or specialty food use.
Salted Other Squid
Dry-salted squid from miscellaneous species, preserved in bulk barrels for long shelf life. Under HTS 0307.49.0150 as 'other' salted squid per hierarchy. Used in fermentation or drying processes.
Frozen Punctatus Squid
Frozen Abralia punctatus squid, small oceanic type for bait or micro-processing. HTS 0307.49.0150 for 'other' frozen. Niche import for angling industries.
Chilled Glass Squid
Chilled glass squid (cranchiidae family), transparent species for gourmet raw prep. HTS 0307.49.0150 'other' chilled squid. Delicate handling for sushi.
Dried Firefly Squid (Watasenia)
Dried whole firefly squid (Watasenia scintillans), Japanese specialty not primary loligo/illex. HTS 0307.49.0150 'other' dried. Snack food export star.
Frozen Enoploteuthid Squid
Frozen Enoploteuthidae family squid, midwater species for research/food. HTS 0307.49.0150 other frozen. Versatile import.
Brined Miscellaneous Squid
Squid in brine from other species, bulk preserved. HTS 0307.49.0150 other brined per hierarchy. Processing intermediate.