Smoked Herring Roe from Germany
Smoked herring roe is a delicacy prepared by lightly smoking the roe to enhance its flavor without fully cooking it. It qualifies under tariff item 0305.20.00 as fish roe that is smoked, a preservation method covered by this heading. This product is typically used in gourmet appetizers and canapés.
Duty Rate — Germany → Canada
3%
Import Tips
• Ensure the roe is properly smoked and not cooked, as cooked products may fall under a different heading
• Declare the species (herring) and preservation method accurately on customs documents
• Verify that the product is fit for human consumption to avoid classification under Chapter 5