Fresh Chilled Bigeye Tuna Steaks (Thunnus obesus)
Fresh or chilled bigeye tuna (Thunnus obesus) presented as whole fish or in cuts that are not fillets, such as steaks. As a species of the genus Thunnus not elsewhere specified, it falls under this 'other' tariff item, provided it is not processed to the fillet stage.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is a fillet or fish meat
Fillets and other fish meat of heading 03.04 are excluded from heading 03.02 by its terms.
If the tuna is frozen
Frozen bigeye tuna is classified under heading 03.03, not 03.02.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm that the product is not a fillet; fillets are excluded from heading 03.02 and fall under heading 03.04
• For steaks, ensure they are not considered 'fish meat' under heading 03.04, which applies to meat whether or not minced
• Keep records of the species (Thunnus obesus) for CBSA verification
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