IQF Chilled Nile Perch Fillets from Japan
Nile perch fillets that were individually quick frozen but are thawed to a chilled state at the time of import. They are classified under tariff item 0304.33.00 as chilled fillets of Lates niloticus, provided they are not fully frozen when presented to CBSA.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Verify the fillets are fully thawed and maintained at chilled temperatures at the border; if frozen, they must be declared under a different tariff item
• Document the thawing process and storage conditions to support the chilled classification
• Consult CBSA if unsure about the product's state