Bulk Frozen Atlantic Mackerel H&G
Bulk frozen Atlantic mackerel (Scomber scombrus), headed and gutted, packed in 20kg cartons. This product is frozen whole fish of a species specified in tariff item 0303.54.00, not fillets or other fish meat of heading 03.04, and not offal.
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
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the mackerel is of a species not listed in 0303.54.00
Other frozen fish not elsewhere specified would fall under this alternative.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is declared as frozen mackerel of the species Scomber scombrus, not fillets or offal, to avoid misclassification
• Keep shipping documents showing the catch origin and freezing method for CBSA verification
• Verify if a Canadian import permit is required for fish products under DFO regulations
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