Farmed Pacific Oysters (Crassostrea gigas) from China
Farmed Pacific oysters (Crassostrea gigas) are live, fresh, or chilled and presented in the shell. These oysters are cultivated on coastal farms and harvested at optimal market size. As live molluscs in shell, they are classified under tariff item 0307.11.10, which covers oysters that are live, fresh, or chilled and not shelled.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
3%
Import Tips
• Ensure the oysters are accompanied by a CFIA import permit if required, and that they meet the Canadian Shellfish Sanitation Program standards
• Clearly label the product as live, fresh, or chilled and include the species name Crassostrea gigas on customs documents
• Verify that the exporting country is recognized by Canada for shellfish imports to avoid refusal at the border