Smoked Cuttlefish Fillets
Cuttlefish mantles filleted, smoked over wood for flavor, and vacuum-sealed as a ready-to-eat delicacy. This preserved form qualifies for HTS 1605.54.60.10 under prepared cuttlefish molluscs.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If dried without smoking
Dried cuttlefish (unsmoked) are classified as simply dried seafood in Chapter 3.
If for products marketed specifically as squid
Commercial naming as squid instead of cuttlefish directs to the squid statistical breakout.
If prepared as crab cakes containing cuttlefish
Imitation or mixed crustacean products fall under prepared crustaceans in 1604.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include smoking process certification to prove preservation method aligns with Chapter 16
• Comply with USDA/FSIS if any smoke flavorings are artificial, requiring additional ingredient disclosure
• Monitor moisture content to prevent duty disputes over net weight of smoked product
Related Products under HTS 1605.54.60.10
Canned Cuttlefish in Brine
Cuttlefish (Sepia officinalis) that has been cleaned, cooked, and packed in brine inside metal cans for long-term preservation. This product falls under HTS 1605.54.60.10 as prepared or preserved cuttlefish, distinct from fresh or frozen forms in Chapter 3.
Frozen Cooked Cuttlefish Rings
Cuttlefish cut into rings, boiled or steamed, then quick-frozen for preservation and easy preparation. Classified under HTS 1605.54.60.10 as other prepared or preserved cuttlefish, excluding fresh or live forms.
Cuttlefish in Olive Oil
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.
Pickled Cuttlefish Tentacles
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.
Dried Smoked Cuttlefish Strips
Thin strips of cuttlefish smoked and air-dried into jerky-like snacks popular in Asia. HTS 1605.54.60.10 applies to these prepared and preserved cuttlefish products.
Canned Cuttlefish Ink Paste
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.