Frozen American Eel Fillets Removed from United States
Frozen American eels (Anguilla rostrata) with heads, viscera and fins removed but carcass intact. Although partially processed, they are not fillets or meat of heading 03.04, and remain whole eels of the species Anguilla spp., thus falling under tariff item 0303.26.00.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
25%
Rate breakdown
26SUR2525%United States Surtax Order (2026) — 25% on US products
Import Tips
• Ensure the eels are not presented as fillets or meat, as those would fall under heading 03.04
• Verify the species is Anguilla rostrata and provide scientific documentation to the CBSA if requested
• Keep records of the freezing process to confirm the product is frozen at import