Smoked Snapper Fillets
Skinless red snapper (Lutjanus campechanus) fillets that have been liquid-smoked to impart a smoky flavour without traditional heat smoking. This product is classified under tariff item 0305.49.00 as smoked fish, other than edible fish offal, and is not covered by more specific headings for trout, eel, or salmon.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fillets are from Pacific salmon
Pacific salmon has its own specific tariff item for smoked fish.
If the fillets are from Atlantic salmon
Atlantic salmon is classified separately under smoked fish.
If the fillets are from tilapia
Tilapia has a dedicated tariff item for smoked fish.
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 product is properly labelled as smoked fish and declare it under tariff item 0305.49.00
• Verify that the snapper species is correctly identified on the commercial invoice to avoid CBSA classification disputes
• If the product is certified organic, ensure you have the valid certificate to claim any applicable preferential treatment
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