Brined Whole Baby Octopus

Whole baby octopuses brined for grilling, in non-airtight trays. HTS 1605.55.60.00 for other octopus, brining as preservation. Whole form specified.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0307.39.01.00Same rate: 35%

If frozen unbrined babies

Frozen unprepared baby octopus is Chapter 3.

1605.55Same rate: 35%

If specific brined forms

Certain brined sub-types have dedicated rates.

2309.90.28Lower: 23.9% vs 35%

If animal feed grade

Low-grade brined for pet food goes to Chapter 23.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Grade by size/count per kg; provide brine composition

Pitfall: size affects value declaration

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