Frozen Blue Shark Meat Blocks
Frozen blocks of blue shark (Prionace glauca) meat, either minced or whole muscle, intended for industrial use in products like fish sticks. These are frozen, not fresh or chilled, and fall under tariff item 0304.96.00 as dogfish and other sharks.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +25.0% | 25% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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 meat is from a fish species other than sharks or dogfish
Covers frozen fish meat from other species not specifically listed in 0304.96.
If the shark meat is dried, salted, or in brine
Dried or salted fish products fall under heading 03.05, not 03.04.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the blue shark is legally harvested and obtain any required permits under Canada's Fish and Fish Products regulations
• Declare the product as frozen shark meat for industrial use to avoid misclassification
• Verify the species name on the commercial invoice to support the tariff classification
Related Products under Tariff item 0304.96.00
Frozen Mako Shark Steaks
Frozen cross-cut steaks from shortfin mako shark (Isurus oxyrinchus), bone-in and retaining natural shape for premium markets. These are frozen shark meat cuts, classified under tariff item 0304.96.00 as dogfish and other sharks.
Frozen Porbeagle Shark Fillets
Skinless, boneless frozen fillets from porbeagle shark (Lamna nasus), individually quick-frozen (IQF) for gourmet applications. These are frozen shark fillets, classified under tariff item 0304.96.00 as dogfish and other sharks.
Frozen Spiny Dogfish Fillets
Frozen fillets from spiny dogfish (Squalus acanthias), a common shark species used in fish and chips. These are frozen fillets of dogfish, classified under tariff item 0304.96.00 as dogfish and other sharks.
Frozen Thresher Shark Fillet Portions
IQF portions from pelagic thresher shark (Alopias pelagicus), trimmed for sushi or ceviche after thawing. These are frozen shark meat portions, classified under tariff item 0304.96.00 as dogfish and other sharks.