Frozen Skinned Coalfish Blocks for Mincing from Japan
Large frozen blocks of skinned coalfish (Pollachius virens) meat, each weighing over 4.5 kg, are imported for processing into minced fish portions. The product is divided into pieces before freezing and is from the Gadidae family, matching the tariff item for frozen coalfish fillets. It is not minced at the time of import, only piece-divided.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Document that the blocks are piece-divided, not minced, to distinguish from heading 0309
• Keep cold chain records to demonstrate freshness
• Declare the product as 'frozen coalfish fillets' on the customs entry