Frozen Giant Squid (Dosidicus gigas)
Frozen giant squid, scientifically known as Dosidicus gigas, is a large species of squid commonly harvested from Pacific waters. It falls under HTS 0307.49.01 as 'other' cuttle fish and squid that are frozen, excluding illex and loligo varieties specifically noted elsewhere. This classification applies to whole or processed frozen squid not in airtight containers.
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Alternative Classifications
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If processed into fillets, steaks, or slices
Further processed forms like fillets fall under 0307.59 for squid, separating from whole or simple cuts.
If cooked and preserved
Cooked or prepared squid moves to Chapter 16 for preserved seafood products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify species identification with scientific naming and obtain certificates of origin to confirm compliance with HTS 0307.49.01 exclusions for illex/loligo
• Ensure proper cold chain documentation and FDA prior notice for seafood imports to avoid holds at customs
• Label products clearly as 'other squid' to prevent misclassification into lower-tier codes
Related Products under HTS 0307.49.01
Fresh Chilled Patagonian Squid
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.
Dried Cuttlefish Strips
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.
Frozen Todarodes Squid
Frozen Todarodes squid, or Japanese flying squid, is a commercially important species from the northwest Pacific. It qualifies under HTS 0307.49.01 as 'other' frozen squid, distinct from illex and loligo categories in the tariff schedule.
Salted Cuttlefish in Brine
Salted cuttlefish preserved in brine is whole or cut cuttlefish soaked in salt solution for preservation. HTS 0307.49.01 covers this as 'other' cuttle fish and squid in brine, not smoked or further processed.
Live Octopus for Bait (Amphioctopus spp.)
Live short-arm octopus (Amphioctopus spp.) imported for bait use, often shipped in oxygenated tanks. Though octopus is distinct, certain 'other' cephalopods may align under squid/cuttlefish 'other' if not separately noted; confirm via rulings.
Dried Todarodes Pacificus Strips
Dried strips from Todarodes pacificus, the Japanese common squid, sun-dried or machine-dehydrated for export. Falls under HTS 0307.49.01 as 'other' dried squid, excluding smoked varieties.