Canned Cuttlefish Ink Paste from Japan

Pure cuttlefish ink extracted, pasteurized, and canned for culinary use in pasta and rice dishes. As a preserved cuttlefish product, it fits HTS 1605.54.60.10.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%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

Import Tips

Provide lab tests confirming 100% cuttlefish ink to prevent dilution claims

Classify as 'ink' not 'sauce' to stay in molluscs; sauces go to 2103/2104

Use heat-processed cans with process authority filing for low-acid status