Pouched Octopus Alternatives (Cuttlefish) from Mexico
Cooked cuttlefish meat, often mislabeled as octopus alternative, preserved in retort pouches. Though cephalopods, classified under HTS 1605.59.60.00 if not fitting specific squid/octopus subheadings.
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
• Validate retort processing parameters for low-acid canned food registration
• Differentiate from squid via ink sac removal documentation
• Test for cadmium accumulation typical in cuttlefish