Smoked-Dried Tilapia Heads
Smoked-dried tilapia heads are lightly smoked then dried, with drying as the primary preservation method. They are classified under 0305.72.00 as fish heads that are dried, as the smoking is not the main preservation process.
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
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If smoking is the primary preservation method
Smoked fish offal, including heads, is classified under the smoked fish heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document the preservation process to show drying is primary, not smoking, to justify classification under 0305.72.00
• Ensure the product meets CFIA standards for smoked and dried fish products
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