0307.59.01.00/Frozen Octopus vulgaris Whole Cleaned/Japan

Frozen Octopus vulgaris Whole Cleaned from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Cleaning records prevent 'prepared' misclassification; EU catch certificates often required; pitfall: moisture loss affects declared weight