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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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