Live Shortfin Eel (Anguilla bicolor)
Live Shortfin Eel (Anguilla bicolor), live shortfin eels from Indo-Pacific aquaculture farms, shipped alive for research or restocking programs. These are live fish of the Anguilla genus, specifically the shortfin eel species, classified under tariff item 0301.92.00. The product is not excluded by Chapter 3 notes and is intended for live use.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +25.0% | 25% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the eels are not of the Anguilla genus (e.g., other live fish species).
This item covers other live fish not specifically listed elsewhere, including non-Anguilla species.
If the eels are smoked, dried, or otherwise processed beyond being live.
Processed eels fall under Chapter 3 headings for prepared or preserved fish products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the eels are accompanied by a valid health certificate and any required import permits from CFIA
• Declare the shipment as live fish under HS code 0301.92.00 and be prepared for CBSA inspection to verify species and condition
• Check for any environmental or conservation restrictions on the species
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Live American Eel (Anguilla rostrata), freshly caught from North Atlantic waters and transported in aerated tanks for aquaculture or live market sales. These are live fish of the genus Anguilla, specifically the American eel species, and are classified under tariff item 0301.92.00 as other live fish. The product is fit for human consumption or further aquaculture, and is not excluded by Chapter 3 notes.
Live European Eel (Anguilla anguilla)
Live European Eel (Anguilla anguilla), harvested from wild or farmed sources in Europe and kept alive in oxygenated water systems for transport to Canadian processing or farming facilities. These are live fish of the Anguilla genus, specifically the European eel species, classified under tariff item 0301.92.00. The product is not excluded by Chapter 3 notes and is intended for aquaculture or live market use.
Live Japanese Eel Elvers (Anguilla japonica)
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Live Longfin Eel (Anguilla dieffenbachii)
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