Frozen Giant Squid (Dosidicus gigas) from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
• 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