Salted Seal Meat
Meat from seals (Pinnipedia), preserved by salting to prevent spoilage and commonly used in traditional Arctic cuisines. This product falls under this tariff item as salted meat from specified marine mammals, excluding fresh meat. It is a staple in some indigenous diets.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the meat is from a species not listed in this item
Other salted meat not specifically covered by 0210.92.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the seal meat is for human consumption and meets CFIA import requirements
• Obtain any necessary CITES permits for seal products
• Ensure the salting method complies with Canadian food safety regulations
Related Products under Tariff item 0210.92.00
Brined Dugong Chops
Bone-in chops from dugongs (Sirenia), preserved in brine for export to ethnic markets. The brining process preserves the meat, and the product includes normal bone components without weight reduction. It falls under this tariff item as brined meat of marine mammals listed in the item.
Brined Walrus Meat
Walrus (Pinnipedia) meat preserved in brine solution for long-term storage, used in Alaskan native subsistence foods. The product is sold in sealed containers and is classified as brined meat from a listed marine mammal. It falls under this tariff item as salted, in brine, dried, or smoked meat of seals, sea lions, and walruses.
Dried Manatee Offal
Edible meat offal from manatees (Sirenia order), dried for preservation and consumed in select traditional dishes. The drying process makes it lightweight and shelf-stable, and it falls under this tariff item as dried edible offal from specified marine mammals. It is classified under the item for meat of manatees and dugongs.
Dried Whale Meat Strips
Strips of whale meat (Cetacea) sun- or air-dried for preservation, used in Japanese katsuobushi-like preparations. The lightweight, shelf-stable product is classified as dried meat of whales and dolphins under this tariff item. It is used in soups and snacks.
Salted Sea Lion Fillets
Boneless fillets from sea lions (Pinnipedia), heavily salted for curing and prized for flavor in native recipes. The product is vacuum-packed and classified as salted marine mammal meat under this tariff item. It falls under the item for seals, sea lions, and walruses.
Salted Seal Liver
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