Live Farm-Raised Southern Bluefin Tuna Stock
Live farm-raised Southern Bluefin Tuna (Thunnus maccoyii) stock, hatchery-raised and transported live for use in ranching operations. This product falls under tariff item 0301.95.00 as it is a live fish of the exact species specified, and chapter note 1 excludes only dead fish unfit for human consumption, not live fish.
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 fish are not of the species Thunnus maccoyii
Other live fish not specifically listed fall under this residual item.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the fish are alive and healthy at the border; CBSA may require veterinary inspection certificates
• Verify the species is Thunnus maccoyii to avoid misclassification
• Check if a CITES permit is needed, as Southern Bluefin Tuna is a regulated species
Related Products under Tariff item 0301.95.00
Live Juvenile Southern Bluefin Tuna Fingerlings
Live juvenile Southern Bluefin Tuna fingerlings, shipped live for grow-out in tuna ranching facilities. These are live fish of the species Thunnus maccoyii, matching tariff item 0301.95.00, and are not excluded by chapter notes as they are fit for human consumption.
Live Southern Bluefin Tuna for Aquaculture
Live Southern Bluefin Tuna for aquaculture, imported for stocking in offshore cages or farming operations. This product is a live fish of the species Thunnus maccoyii, fitting tariff item 0301.95.00, and is not excluded by chapter notes since it is intended for human consumption.
Live Wild-Caught Southern Bluefin Tuna
Live wild-caught Southern Bluefin Tuna, transported alive from fishing grounds to ranching sites. This product is a live fish of the species Thunnus maccoyii, matching tariff item 0301.95.00, and is not excluded by chapter notes as it is fit for human consumption.