Frozen Blue Whiting from United States
Frozen blue whiting (Micromesistius poutassou) is a whole fish from the Merlucciidae family, frozen for preservation. It falls under tariff item 0303.69.00 as 'other' frozen fish from the specified families, excluding fillets and edible offal. This species is commonly used in meal production and direct human consumption.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
25%
Rate breakdown
26SUR2525%United States Surtax Order (2026) — 25% on US products
Import Tips
• Ensure the fish is frozen and not presented as fillets or offal, which would fall under different headings
• Declare the scientific name (Micromesistius poutassou) on customs documents to support classification
• Verify that the product is fit for human consumption, as unfit fish would be classified under Chapter 5