Frozen Purpleback Squid from Japan
Frozen purpleback flying squid (Sthenoteuthis oualaniensis) from Indian Ocean fisheries. Classified as 'other' frozen squid in HTS 0307.49.0160, outside illex/loligo. Valued for bait and food applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify if for human consumption vs bait to guide inspection levels
• Comply with Lacey Act declarations for species and harvest details
• Watch for antidumping duties on squid from specific countries like China