Frozen Giant Squid (Dosidicus gigas) from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify species identification via scientific naming to avoid misclassification; ensure chain-of-custody documentation for frozen state compliance; check for Section 609 restrictions if any shrimp contamination is possible