Frozen Alewife Shad from United States
Block-frozen whole alewife shad, used for bait and processing, is classified under tariff item 0303.89.00 as 'Other' frozen fish. This product is not a fillet or fish meat of heading 03.04, and it is presented whole, excluding edible offal subheadings.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
25%
Rate breakdown
26SUR2525%United States Surtax Order (2026) — 25% on US products
Import Tips
• Confirm the shad is presented whole and not processed into fillets or meat
• If the product is unfit for human consumption, it may be classified under Chapter 5 instead; ensure it meets the criteria for human consumption if claiming this tariff item
• Check if the bait use requires any additional CFIA permits