Frozen Common Octopus Rings from Mexico
Frozen rings cut from the mantle of Common Octopus (Octopus vulgaris), a staple in Mediterranean cuisine, frozen without shell or further processing. This simple cut product is under HTS 0307.52.00.00 as frozen octopus, not a cooked or pelletized form.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide cutting specifications in invoices to justify ring form without implying cooking; maintain cold chain documentation from catch to import; watch for size grading that could affect valuation