Smoked Humboldt Squid Tentacles
Humboldt squid tentacles (Dosidicus gigas) smoked and vacuum-sealed in bulk pouches for foodservice. This fits HTS 1605.54.60.30 as other preserved squid preparations, excluding named species, prepared by smoking process. Commonly used in ceviches or salads.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If processed from illex squid
Specific species headings take precedence; Humboldt is 'other squid'.
If merely salted/dried, not otherwise prepared
Dried/smoked without preservation media stays in meat provisions under Chapter 2.
If stuffed and cooked as prepared meals
Squid stuffed with pasta/rice becomes a stuffed pasta product under Chapter 19.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide smoking process details and wood type certifications to comply with USDA/FSIS import residue monitoring
• Use ISF filings early for refrigerated container shipments to prevent delays from perishability concerns
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