Frozen Canned Giant Squid Rings from Germany

Frozen rings of giant squid (Dosidicus gigas) that are cooked, breaded, and preserved in cans for retail sale. This product falls under HTS 1605.54.60.30 as prepared or preserved squid, not in airtight containers like retail packs, and classified as 'other' squid preparations excluding illex and loligo species. It is a value-added seafood item popular in Asian and Latin American cuisines.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

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

Import Tips

Verify species identification (e.g

giant squid) via scientific naming on documentation to avoid misclassification with illex or loligo squid

Ensure compliance with FDA seafood HACCP regulations and provide Certificates of Analysis for preservatives used in canning

Avoid common pitfalls like incorrect country-of-origin labeling, which can trigger penalties under CBP rules