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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChinaFree+35.0%35%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexicoFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanadaFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0307.59.01Same rate: 35%

If cut into rings or tentacles

Simple cuts like rings classify under 0307.59.01 for other squid processing.

1605.55Lower: 10% vs 35%

If boiled in brine

Prepared or preserved squid heads to Chapter 16, excluding simple frozen forms.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Use species-specific DNA testing if challenged on 'other' classification versus illex/loligo

โ€ข Declare exact processing state (whole, headless) to match subheading descriptions accurately

โ€ข Prepare for AD/CVD duties if sourced from certain countries; check USTR lists regularly

Related Products under HTS 0307.49.01

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.

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.

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.