0307.59.01.00/Frozen Blue-Ringed Octopus/Mexico

Frozen Blue-Ringed Octopus from Mexico

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.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico

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Import Tips

• Obtain toxicity warnings and handling certifications due to venomous nature; ensure FDA prior notice for high-risk species; pitfall: mislabeling as squid leads to Chapter 03 heading errors