U.S. imports of Prepared or Preserved Cuttlefish & Squid (HS 160554) totaled $5.9M in August 2026, imported from 20 countries.
Importers of Prepared or Preserved Cuttlefish & Squid paid $880K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 14.93% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Prepared or Preserved Cuttlefish & Squid imports of $5.9M in August 2026 ran 15% below the year-to-date monthly average of $6.9M.
Last updated: August 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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209 import shipments a month
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.
Subheading 6 of 18 in heading 1605
Subheading 160554 · $5.9M of $310.9M
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1605546030 | Squid Except Loligo, Prepared or Preserved | $5.0M | 16.15% | 99.83% | $815K |
| 1605546020 | Loligo Squid, Prepared or Preserved | $349K | 6.21% | 59.20% | $22K |
| 1605546010 | Cuttle Fish, Prepared or Preserved, NESOI | $265K | 11.49% | 100.00% | $30K |
| 1605540500 | Cuttle Fish & Squid Prodcts W/Fish Meat; Prep Meals | $233K | 5.58% | 38.19% | $13K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1605540010 | Cuttle Fish Prepared or Preserved | $124K |
| 1605540020 | Loligo Squid, Prepared or Preserved | $4K |
| 1605540030 | Squid Except Loligo, Prepared or Preserved | $3K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
ImportsExports
Imports
$5.9MYoY · free account
Exports
$131KYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $83.7M of Prepared or Preserved Cuttlefish & Squid and exported $726K.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · August 2026
origin
China pays 37.4% duty; Spain 8.6%.
customs district
destination
entry
rate provision · imports
5.0% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 14.93% of imports for consumption.
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