Farmed European Flat Oysters (Ostrea edulis) from Mexico
Farmed European flat oysters (Ostrea edulis), also known as Belon oysters, are live, fresh, or chilled and presented in the shell. They are prized for their metallic, briny flavour and are imported for gourmet dining. As live molluscs in shell, they fall under tariff item 0307.11.10, which covers oysters that are live, fresh, or chilled and not shelled.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
3%
Import Tips
• Ensure oysters are accompanied by a valid health certificate and meet Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) import requirements for live molluscs
• Declare the species (Ostrea edulis) and country of origin accurately on customs documentation to avoid delays
• Verify whether a permit is required under the Canadian Aquatic Invasive Species Regulations if importing live specimens