What type of product is squid classified as?

Squid is classified as a mollusc, specifically cuttlefish and squid, and is commonly traded in frozen form.

How should frozen squid be stored to maintain quality?

Frozen squid should be kept at temperatures below -18 °C, maintaining the cold chain from processing through transport and storage.

What are common processing forms for squid in trade?

Squid is typically supplied frozen, but may also be found fresh, chilled, dried, salted, or in brine, depending on market requirements.

Squid

Squid is a mollusc that is harvested and traded in a frozen state, with or without its shell. It is classified under the frozen molluscs category for international trade.

Prices, specifications and international trade for squid under HS 030743.

Squid Price

$2,194USD/t

Published reference · Jul 1, 2026

Squid Historical Unit Values

Squid is quoted in USD/t at CHN. Historical customs values may differ from the headline reference.

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Squid Exports and Imports

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India led reported squid exports in 2025, at $803M.

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Squid Facts and HS Code

Squid belongs to seafood within protein and dairy. Its customs classification covers HS 030743.

Squid HS Code

Product type	Raw
Form	Frozen
Category	Seafood — Protein and dairy
HS codes	030743
Quoted in	USD/t
Reference location	CHN

Production & Handling

Processing steps for squid include Freezing.

Production and Storage

Temperature regime	Frozen
Processing steps	Freezing

Uses & Risks

Squid uses, related products and documented risks.

Uses and Related Commodities

Standards	codex CXS 191-1995 — Standard for Quick Frozen Raw Squid

Squid Questions

What type of product is squid classified as?: Squid is classified as a mollusc, specifically cuttlefish and squid, and is commonly traded in frozen form.
How should frozen squid be stored to maintain quality?: Frozen squid should be kept at temperatures below -18 °C, maintaining the cold chain from processing through transport and storage.
What are common processing forms for squid in trade?: Squid is typically supplied frozen, but may also be found fresh, chilled, dried, salted, or in brine, depending on market requirements.