Squid Ink Extract
Purified extract from squid ink glands, used as a natural food coloring and flavoring. It is an 'other' mollusc extract under HTS 1603.00.90.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If primarily a coloring extract
Natural colorings from animals classify under Chapter 32.
If preserved with salt for retail
Retail squid products go to preserved molluscs in 1605.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure purity testing for heavy metals, as ink concentrates bioaccumulate
• Label as 'extract' not 'juice' to stay in 1603
• Check EU re-export rules if transshipped
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