Pickled Cuttlefish Tentacles from China
Cuttlefish tentacles marinated in vinegar, garlic, and spices, then jarred for shelf stability. This vinegar-preserved product is covered by HTS 1605.54.60.10 for other cuttlefish preparations.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
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
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)
Import Tips
• Test pH levels below 4.6 to qualify as low-acid canned food with proper FDA filing
• List all acids and preservatives on labels per 21 CFR 101.100 for molluscan shellfish
• Avoid bulk shipments without retail packaging to prevent 'not for retail' reclassification