Chilled Argentine Shortfin Squid from Mexico
Chilled Argentine shortfin squid is harvested from South Atlantic waters and kept chilled rather than frozen for premium markets. It qualifies for HTS 0307.49.0160 as 'other' chilled cuttle fish and squid, not fitting illex or loligo categories. Often sold in trays with ice for sushi-grade quality.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
• Maintain cold chain documentation proving temperature control below 4°C to confirm 'chilled' status vs frozen
• Label with country of origin and harvest date per CBP marking rules for molluscs
• Test for biotoxins and heavy metals as required by FDA import alerts for squid