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Molluscs, whether in shell or not, live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine; smoked molluscs, whether in shell or not, whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process: > Octopus (Octopus spp.): > Other
Duty Rate (from China)
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
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Products classified under HTS 0307.59.01.00
Frozen Giant Pacific Octopus Whole
Whole frozen Octopus dofleini (Giant Pacific Octopus) caught in the Pacific Ocean, preserved by rapid freezing to maintain freshness. This product falls under HTS 0307.59.0100 as 'other' octopus that is frozen, distinct from live, fresh, chilled, dried, salted, in brine, or smoked varieties. It is typically imported for processing into sushi, takoyaki, or grilled dishes.
Frozen Short-Arm Octopus Tentacles
Frozen tentacles from Octopus sagittatus (short-arm octopus), cleaned and portioned for food service use. Classified under HTS 0307.59.0100 as frozen 'other' octopus, not fitting live, smoked, or preserved categories. Ideal for stir-fries, salads, or boiling in Asian cuisines.
Frozen Blue-Ringed Octopus
Whole frozen Hapalochlaena spp. (blue-ringed octopus), a smaller species often used in specialty markets despite toxicity concerns when raw. This fits HTS 0307.59.0100 for frozen 'other' octopus, excluding smoked or dried forms. Primarily for processed or research purposes.
Frozen Octopus vulgaris Arms
Frozen arms from common octopus (Octopus vulgaris), sourced from Atlantic fisheries and frozen at sea. Under HTS 0307.59.0100 as 'other' frozen octopus parts, not whole or processed further. Popular for Mediterranean recipes like pulpo a la gallega.
Frozen Whole Octopus bimaculoides
Frozen intact Octopus bimaculoides (California two-spot octopus), a Pacific species frozen for wholesale. Classified in HTS 0307.59.0100 for frozen 'other' octopus, separate from smoked or brined. Used in research and niche cuisine.
Frozen Octopus Mantle Blocks
Frozen blocks of octopus mantle (body tube) from mixed Octopus spp., block-frozen for industrial portioning. Falls under HTS 0307.59.0100 as 'other' frozen octopus products. Suited for further processing into rings or strips.
Frozen Mimic Octopus
Frozen Thaumoctopus mimicus (mimic octopus), whole specimens from Indo-Pacific waters. HTS 0307.59.0100 covers this exotic frozen 'other' octopus, not smoked or in brine. Primarily for aquariums or scientific study post-thaw.
Frozen Octopus vulgaris Whole Cleaned
Frozen whole common octopus (Octopus vulgaris) with beaks removed, eviscerated for hygiene. This 'other' frozen form is under HTS 0307.59.0100, as basic cleaning doesn't change category. Standard for European-style cooking.
Frozen Day Octopus Portions
Frozen portions of Octopus cyanea (day octopus), cut into manageable sizes post-catch. HTS 0307.59.0100 for frozen 'other' octopus portions, not dried or smoked. Used in tropical seafood markets.
Frozen Shortclub Octopus
Frozen whole Octopus mercatoris (shortclub octopus), a smaller Atlantic species. Fits HTS 0307.59.0100 as frozen 'other' octopus, excluding chapter-noted pellets or flours. For boutique restaurants.
Frozen Octopus laqueus Whole
Frozen whole Octopus laqueus from Japanese waters, long-arm variety. Under HTS 0307.59.0100 for frozen 'other', not in shell or smoked. Key for sashimi prep.
Frozen Octopus Tentacle Rings
Frozen pre-sliced rings from octopus tentacles, mixed species. HTS 0307.59.0100 as minimal-process frozen 'other' octopus. Ready for quick cooking.
Frozen Atlantic White-Spotted Octopus
Frozen Octopus macropus (Atlantic white-spotted), whole. 'Other' frozen under HTS 0307.59.0100. For grilling.
Frozen Octopus bifrons
Frozen Caribbean Octopus bifrons, small species whole frozen. HTS 0307.59.0100 'other'. Local cuisine.
Frozen Mixed Octopus Species Blocks
Frozen blocks of mixed 'other' octopus species mantles. HTS 0307.59.0100 frozen. Industrial use.