IQF-Style Fresh Chilled Tilapia Fillets from United States
Individually quick-chilled tilapia fillets from Oreochromis hybrids, mimicking IQF but remaining fresh and chilled. Packed in trays with ice for wholesale foodservice, these fillets are classified under tariff item 0304.31.00 as fresh or chilled tilapia fillets.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
25%
Rate breakdown
26SUR2525%United States Surtax Order (2026) — 25% on US products
Import Tips
• Ensure the fillets remain chilled and not frozen, as the IQF-style process must not involve freezing to qualify
• Clearly document the species as Oreochromis hybrids in the customs declaration
• Verify that the packaging and labeling comply with Canadian food import regulations