Dried Shredded Squid Strips from Japan
Shredded squid dried with minimal salt, packaged as snack strips popular in Asian markets. Classified in HTS 1605.54.60 as other prepared squid, considered preserved despite low moisture. Often flavored with chili or teriyaki.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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
• Provide moisture content lab tests (<20%) to confirm preservation status over dried fish (0305)
• Label as 'ready-to-eat' to distinguish from raw dried for retail vs bulk
• Comply with USDA import alerts for dehydrated seafood pathogens