Frozen Shortfin Squid (Ommastrephes bartramii) from Japan
Frozen neon flying squid or shortfin squid (Ommastrephes bartramii) is a commercially important species caught in open ocean waters. Classified under HTS 0307.49.0160 as 'other' frozen squid, distinct from illex and loligo due to species differences. Typically imported whole or in tubes for further processing.
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
• Include detailed commercial invoices specifying scientific name and processing state (whole, tubes, etc.) for accurate HTS verification
• Obtain prior notice via FDA's PREDICT system for all frozen seafood shipments to prevent holds
• Monitor USDA APHIS requirements if packed in materials that could harbor pests