Block Frozen Bigeye Tuna for Canning
Block frozen bigeye tuna (Thunnus obesus) meat, trimmed but unfilleted, supplied to canneries for tuna processing. This product is in a frozen whole or block form, not reduced to fillets or other fish meat of heading 03.04, and is fit for human consumption.
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 |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the tuna is not of the species Thunnus obesus
Other tunas of the genus Thunnus are classified under this alternative subheading.
If the product is further processed into other fish meat (e.g., minced or ground)
Frozen fish meat other than fillets falls under heading 03.04.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is declared as frozen bigeye tuna (Thunnus obesus) and not as fillets or other fish meat of heading 03.04
• Verify that the tuna is fit for human consumption, as product unfit for human consumption falls under Chapter 5
• Keep records of the species and freezing method for CBSA verification
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Whole frozen bigeye tuna (Thunnus obesus) caught in the Pacific Ocean, typically weighing 20-50 kg per fish, preserved by blast freezing immediately after capture. This product is in whole form, not filleted or reduced to other fish meat, and is fit for human consumption.
Frozen Dressed Bigeye Tuna
Dressed frozen bigeye tuna (Thunnus obesus) with head off, gills removed, and tail intact, a standard form for wholesalers. This preparation keeps it classified as frozen tuna, not filleted or reduced to other fish meat, and is fit for human consumption.
Frozen Headed and Gutted Bigeye Tuna
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