Salted Cuttlefish in Brine from Mexico
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.
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
• Test salinity levels to document 'in brine' status and prevent reclassification as dried
• Ensure brine composition labels comply with FDA food safety standards for additives
• Bulk shipments require separate invoices from retail packs to avoid averaging issues