Frozen Dressed Tilapia with Scales from Mexico
Frozen whole tilapia (Oreochromis spp.) that has been dressed by gutting but retains its scales, head, and tail. This product is not filleted or further processed, so it falls under tariff item 0303.23.00 as frozen tilapia, excluding fish fillets and other fish meat of heading 03.04.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
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Import Tips
• Ensure the tilapia is clearly labeled with the scientific name Oreochromis spp. to avoid misclassification
• Retain documentation proving the fish is frozen and not filleted, as this affects the tariff classification
• Verify that the product meets Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) import requirements for fish