Cuttlefish in Olive Oil from China
Tenderized cuttlefish pieces preserved in extra virgin olive oil, often with herbs, in glass jars. Falls under HTS 1605.54.60.10 as other preserved cuttlefish, not fresh or simply frozen.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Declare oil content separately if exceeding 20% to avoid overweight charges
• Provide oil type certification (e.g
• EVOO) for potential preferential tariff treatment
• Ensure jar seals are intact; broken seals lead to full re-inspection and delays