Oil-Packed Blue-Ringed Octopus from Mexico
Sliced and oil-packed octopus, often used in tapas, preserved without airtight sealing. Falls under HTS 1605.55.60.00 for other octopus preparations, as it is cooked and preserved in oil but not in cans. This distinguishes it from fresh or simply frozen forms.
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
• Test for toxins common in certain octopus species; use commercial invoices showing preservation method
• Avoid bulk packaging that mimics Chapter 3 frozen goods