Live Tilapia Fingerlings from United States
Live tilapia fingerlings (Oreochromis spp.), juvenile fish imported for freshwater aquaculture grow-out farms. These are not cold-water or salmonid species, so they are classified under tariff item 0301.99.00 as 'Other' live fish. They are shipped in aerated water systems to maintain health.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
25%
Rate breakdown
26SUR2525%United States Surtax Order (2026) — 25% on US products
Import Tips
• Obtain a CFIA import permit for live fish intended for aquaculture, as tilapia are regulated
• Ship in aerated containers with temperature control, and declare them as live fish under 0301.99.00
• Ensure the fingerlings are disease-free by providing a health certificate from the exporter