Pickled Baby Squid in Glass Jars from China
Small baby squid preserved in vinegar and spices, packed in glass jars for gourmet retail. Classified under HTS 1605.54.60.30 as 'other' prepared squid, distinct from illex/loligo, not in retail airtight containers despite jar packaging due to subheading structure. Ideal for antipasti platters.
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
• Include lab tests for histamine levels as required for low-acid canned/pickled seafood under FDA rules
• Label jars with full ingredient lists including acetic acid content to meet country-of-origin and allergen disclosure mandates
• Watch for misdeclaration as 'canned' which could shift to different airtight container subheadings