Breaded Calamari Strips from Neon Flying Squid from Japan
Strips of neon flying squid (Ommastrephes bartramii) breaded and par-fried, frozen in bulk for restaurant use. Under HTS 1605.54.60.30 as other prepared/preserved squid, not illex/loligo. A staple frozen appetizer.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Obtain prior FDA approval for breading ingredients if using non-standard allergens like wheat
• Document flash-freezing temperatures to prove compliance with cold chain integrity