Marinated Cuttlefish Tentacles from Japan
Cuttlefish (Sepia officinalis) tentacles marinated in olive oil and herbs, shelf-stable in glass jars. This prepared product is under HTS 1605.54.60 for other preserved squid/cuttlefish, ideal for antipasti platters. Excludes specific illex or loligo types.
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
• Specify marinade ingredients on labels for allergen declarations (e.g
• sulfites)
• Use commercial invoice detailing preservation process to support Chapter 16 classification
• Watch for reclassification if oil content exceeds 50%, potentially affecting duties