Dried Sea Cucumber (Boschmaia spp.)
Dried sea cucumbers of the Boschmaia species, prepared by cleaning, boiling, and sun-drying to preserve them for culinary use. This product falls under HTS 1605.61.00.00 as it is a prepared or preserved other aquatic invertebrate, specifically sea cucumbers, matching the subheading for this exact category.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If supplied fresh, chilled, or frozen without preservation
Fresh or frozen sea cucumbers are classified under Chapter 3 as live, fresh, or frozen aquatic invertebrates, not prepared/preserved.
If processed into extracts or powders for food supplements
Sea cucumber extracts or powders may fall under food preparations if they are highly processed beyond simple preservation.
If sold as dried seaweed-like material without specific sea cucumber identity
Algae and similar aquatic plants in dried form go to Chapter 12, but true sea cucumbers remain in Chapter 16 when prepared.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify CITES permits if the species is protected, as some sea cucumbers require documentation for endangered species compliance
• Ensure product labeling specifies preparation method (e.g
• dried, boiled) to avoid misclassification as fresh under Chapter 3
• Provide lab analysis confirming species and absence of contaminants to pass FDA seafood import inspections
Related Products under HTS 1605.61.00.00
Boiled and Salted Sea Cucumbers
Sea cucumbers that have been boiled and preserved in salt to extend shelf life, commonly used in Asian soups and stews. Classified under HTS 1605.61.00.00 as prepared or preserved sea cucumbers, distinct from fresh or frozen forms.
Frozen Dried Sea Cucumber Slices
Sea cucumber meat sliced, boiled, and freeze-dried into lightweight pieces for easy storage and rehydration in cooking. This preserved form qualifies for HTS 1605.61.00.00 as a prepared sea cucumber product.
Canned Sea Cucumbers in Brine
Whole or cut sea cucumbers packed in cans with brine for long-term preservation, ready for hot pot dishes. Falls under HTS 1605.61.00.00 for preserved sea cucumbers.
Ready-to-Cook Sea Cucumber Tentacles
Pre-cleaned, cooked, and vacuum-packed sea cucumber tentacles preserved for immediate culinary use. This product is classified under HTS 1605.61.00.00 as prepared sea cucumbers.
Smoked Sea Cucumbers
Sea cucumbers smoked after cleaning and partial cooking to impart flavor and preservation. HTS 1605.61.00.00 covers this prepared form of the aquatic invertebrate.