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U.S. imports of prepared or preserved cuttlefish & squid (HS 160554) totaled $7.0M in April 2026, traded with 19 countries.
Importers of Prepared or Preserved Cuttlefish & Squid paid $896K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 13% on $6.9M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataSpain and Peru are the dominant US suppliers of prepared and preserved cuttlefish and squid, with China and South Korea also significant sources. The US tariff schedule distinguishes Loligo squid (1605540020 / 1605546020) from other squid species (1605540030 / 1605546030) and cuttlefish (1605540010 / 1605546010), and a separate line (1605540500) covers composite products containing fish meat and prepared meals. Imports from China are subject to Section 301 tariffs, making origin a key cost variable for buyers sourcing across multiple suppliers. FDA oversight applies at entry, and all shipments must meet seafood HACCP requirements.
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The schedule separates Loligo squid from all other squid species at the 10-digit level, and cuttlefish is classified separately as well. Composite products that contain fish meat or constitute prepared meals fall under a distinct line (1605540500), so the exact formulation and species must be confirmed before classification.
Yes. Prepared and preserved squid originating from China is subject to Section 301 tariffs, which meaningfully affects landed cost. Importers sourcing from Spain or Peru do not face this additional layer, making origin documentation and country-of-origin verification critical for cost management.
FDA has jurisdiction over imported prepared seafood products. Shipments must comply with seafood HACCP regulations, and foreign processors are subject to FDA registration and prior notice requirements. Admissibility is complex; consult a licensed customs broker or FDA-registered importer of record before shipping.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPAIN | $2.1M | -- | -$2.1M |
| CHINA | $888K | -- | -$888K |
| INDONESIA | $837K | -- | -$837K |
| KOREA, SOUTH | $562K | -- | -$562K |
| PERU | $480K | -- | -$480K |
Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1605546030 | SQUID EXCEPT LOLIGO, PREPARED OR PRESERVED | $5.7M | 12.42% | $710K |
| 1605546020 | LOLIGO SQUID, PREPARED OR PRESERVED | $518K | 24.22% | $96K |
| 1605540500 | CUTTLE FISH & SQUID PRODCTS W/FISH MEAT;PREP MEALS | $512K | 10.00% | $51K |
| 1605546010 | CUTTLE FISH, PREPARED OR PRESERVED, NESOI | $270K | 14.51% | $39K |
SQUID EXCEPT LOLIGO, PREPARED OR PRESERVED
LOLIGO SQUID, PREPARED OR PRESERVED
CUTTLE FISH & SQUID PRODCTS W/FISH MEAT;PREP MEALS
CUTTLE FISH, PREPARED OR PRESERVED, NESOI
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1605540030 | SQUID EXCEPT LOLIGO, PREPARED OR PRESERVED | $49K |
| 1605540010 | CUTTLE FISH PREPARED OR PRESERVED | $42K |
| 1605540020 | LOLIGO SQUID, PREPARED OR PRESERVED | $4K |
SQUID EXCEPT LOLIGO, PREPARED OR PRESERVED
40.6K kg
CUTTLE FISH PREPARED OR PRESERVED
4.8K kg
LOLIGO SQUID, PREPARED OR PRESERVED
347 kg
TUNAS, SKIPJACK TUNA AND BONITO, PREP OR PRESERVED
HS 160414
SHRIMP & PRAWNS PREP/PRESERVED NOT AIRTIGHT CONTNR
HS 160521
PREPARED OR PRESERVED BOVINE MEAT ETC. NESOI
HS 160250
CRAB, PREPARED OR PRESERVED
HS 160510
PREPARED OR PRESERVED CHICKEN MEAT OR OFFAL, NESOI
HS 160232
SALMON, PREPARED OR PRESERVED, WHOLE OR PIECES
HS 160411
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $2.4M | $17K | -$2.4M |
| Washington | $678K | $25K | -$653K |
| Maryland | $695K | -- | -$695K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOS ANGELES, CA | $2.2M | -- | -$2.2M |
| NEWARK, NJ | $1.2M | -- | -$1.2M |
| MIAMI, FL | $502K | $3K | -$499K |