0307.59.01.00/Frozen Whole Octopus bimaculoides/Japan

Frozen Whole Octopus bimaculoides from Japan

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.

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

• Provide fishery certificates for sustainable sourcing; ensure -18°C or lower temp verification on bills; pitfall: confusing with cuttlefish under different codes