Dried Cuttlefish Strips from Germany
Dried cuttlefish strips are dehydrated sheets or strips from cuttlefish (Sepia spp.), popular in Asian cuisines for snacks or soups. This product is classified in HTS 0307.49.01 as 'other' cuttle fish and squid in dried form, provided it's not smoked or cooked during processing.
Duty Rate — Germany → 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
• Include moisture content analysis to confirm 'dried' status and distinguish from fresh/chilled
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates if from regions with pest risks, plus FDA registration for processors
• Watch for misdeclaration as 'salted' which could shift classification if brine is detected