IQF Frozen Pacific Bluefin Tuna Portions
Individually quick frozen (IQF) skin-on portions from Pacific bluefin tuna (Thunnus orientalis), not fully filleted. These portions retain skin and are not detached fillets or other fish meat of heading 03.04, so they are classified as frozen bluefin tuna under 0303.45.00.
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 portions are fully skinned and cut as fillets or loins
Fillets and skinless meat fall under heading 03.04.
If the portions come from a non-bluefin tuna species
Other tuna species are classified under the residual subheading.
If the portions are further processed by curing or smoking
Preserved fish products fall under heading 03.05.
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
• Keep portions skin-on and avoid cutting into fillet shapes to maintain 03.03 classification
• Provide freezing method details (IQF) and species documentation to the CBSA
• Check if the portions meet Canadian Food Inspection Agency labelling and safety standards
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