Frozen Pacific Herring Roe on Kelp from Japan
Frozen roe from Pacific herring (Clupea pallasii) adhered to kelp sheets, a delicacy prepared for Japanese cuisine. This product is classified under tariff item 0303.91.00 as frozen herring roe, an edible fish offal, with the kelp considered incidental packaging.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
3%
Import Tips
• Confirm the kelp is incidental and does not constitute a separate product, to maintain classification under 0303.91.00
• Describe the product accurately as 'frozen herring roe on kelp' on customs documents
• Check if the kelp component requires additional CFIA inspection