Frozen Todarodes Squid from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Use species-specific DNA testing if challenged on 'other' classification versus illex/loligo
• Declare exact processing state (whole, headless) to match subheading descriptions accurately
• Prepare for AD/CVD duties if sourced from certain countries; check USTR lists regularly