Fresh Scaled Eel in 2.5kg Canister
Fresh chilled eels (Anguilla spp.) that are scaled, heads and viscera removed, in airtight canisters weighing 2.5kg. This product falls under tariff item 0302.79.00 as 'Other' fresh or chilled fish, being a listed species not otherwise specified.
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 processed into fillets
Fillets of eel are classified under heading 03.04.
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
• Verify that the eel species (Anguilla spp.) is correctly documented on import documents
• Check if the product requires an import permit under the Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act (WAPPRIITA)
• Ensure the product is fresh and chilled, not frozen
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