Frozen Purpleback Squid from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare exact catch area for potential antidumping scrutiny; use ISF filings early for time-sensitive frozen goods; pitfall: incorrect species naming leading to quota issues