Squid Ink Paella with Clams from China
A ready-to-eat Spanish paella featuring squid ink, clams, and fish meat like cod or hake in a saffron rice base. Classified under HTS 1605.59.05.00 as a prepared meal containing both molluscs (clams) and fish meat. It meets the subheading for products with fish meat in prepared form.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify ingredient list confirms presence of fish meat and molluscs; provide lab analysis if composition is unclear to avoid reclassification
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP regulations and ensure labeling includes allergen warnings for shellfish and fish
• Check for country-specific restrictions on molluscs; include certificates of origin and health certifications from exporter