Chilled Bigeye Tuna Head-On Gilled and Gutted
Chilled bigeye tuna (Thunnus obesus) presented head-on, gilled and gutted, in a fresh or chilled state. This form is a whole fish preparation, not filleted or otherwise processed, and therefore falls under tariff item 0302.34.00 for bigeye tunas.
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 is frozen rather than fresh or chilled
Frozen bigeye tuna is classified under heading 03.03 for frozen fish.
If the fish is cut into fillets
Fillets of bigeye tuna fall under heading 03.04 for fish fillets and other fish meat.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the fish is clearly labelled as Thunnus obesus and presented whole (head-on, gilled, gutted) to qualify for this tariff item
• Keep documentation of the catch method and origin for CBSA inspection
• Verify that the product is fit for human consumption, as unfit fish fall under Chapter 5
Related Products under Tariff item 0302.34.00
Chilled Bigeye Tuna for Sashimi
Premium chilled bigeye tuna (Thunnus obesus) presented whole or head-on and gutted, graded for raw consumption in sushi and sashimi. The fresh or chilled whole-fish form, not filleted or further processed, is classified under tariff item 0302.34.00 for bigeye tunas.
Chilled Bigeye Tuna Primal Cuts
Chilled bigeye tuna (Thunnus obesus) primal cuts, such as toro or akami sections, presented fresh or chilled and unpackaged for further processing. These large cuts are not fillets or other fish meat of heading 03.04, and are intended for commercial canning or further processing.
Fresh Bigeye Tuna from Purse Seine
Fresh bigeye tuna harvested via purse seine method, delivered fresh or chilled to ports. The product is whole fish, not fillets or other fish meat of heading 03.04, and is classified under this tariff item as specified species in fresh or chilled state.
Fresh Bigeye Tuna Loins
Fresh bigeye tuna loins, which are large, thick cuts from the back of the fish, presented fresh or chilled. These loins are not separated into fillets or other fish meat of heading 03.04, and are intended for high-end steak production.
Fresh Bigeye Tuna Whole Fish
Whole fresh or chilled bigeye tuna (Thunnus obesus) caught in the Pacific Ocean, typically weighing 20-50 kg, delivered to ports for immediate processing or sale. As a whole fish in fresh or chilled state, it is classified under tariff item 0302.34.00 for bigeye tunas.
Fresh Wild-Caught Bigeye Tuna Steaks
Fresh wild-caught bigeye tuna steaks, which are thick cuts from the fish, presented fresh or chilled. These steaks are considered whole fish cuts if not filleted, and are intended for grilling or searing. They are classified under this tariff item as fresh or chilled fish, excluding fillets and other fish meat of heading 03.04.