Grey Mullet Roe Caviar from China
Grey mullet roe caviar is premium fresh or chilled eggs from Mugil cephalus, gently processed to separate grains while keeping them raw. It is classified under tariff item 0302.91.00 as livers, roes and milt of fish, fresh or chilled, since the processing does not cook, cure, or preserve the roe beyond chilling. This edible fish offal qualifies for this heading.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
3%
Import Tips
• Ensure the roe is not cooked, salted, or otherwise preserved, as that would move it to heading 03.05 or 16.04
• Provide species documentation (Mugil cephalus) and a statement that the product is for human consumption
• Maintain cold-chain logistics and be prepared to show temperature records to the CBSA