Marinated Cuttlefish Tentacles from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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