Frozen Sturgeon Caviar
Premium frozen sturgeon roe, commonly known as caviar, harvested from sturgeon species like Osetra or Beluga. This product is classified as frozen fish roe under tariff item 0303.91.00, which covers livers, roes and milt of fish.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 3% | — | 3% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 3% | — | 3% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 3% | +25.0% | 28% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 3% | — | 3% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 3% | — | 3% |
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 roe is salted or otherwise prepared
Prepared caviar falls under heading 16.04.
If the roe is dried or cured
Dried fish roe is classified under heading 03.05.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is frozen and not otherwise processed to qualify for 0303.91.00
• Provide CITES permits if the sturgeon species is listed
• Declare the product accurately to the CBSA and be ready for CFIA inspection
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