Fresh Chilled Patagonian Squid from Japan
Fresh chilled Patagonian squid is a deep-sea species caught off South American coasts, typically shipped iced for freshness. Classified under HTS 0307.49.01 as 'other' squid, it covers live, fresh, or chilled forms excluding specific illex/loligo types. Not suitable for airtight packaging under this code.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide temperature logs and harvest certificates to prove 'fresh chilled' status and avoid reclassification as frozen
• Comply with HACCP plans and FDA seafood import requirements, including country-specific pathogen testing
• Avoid common pitfalls like improper venting during air shipment which can lead to spoilage claims