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
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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