Pacific Oysters (Crassostrea gigas) from Japan
Pacific oysters (Crassostrea gigas) are live, fresh, or chilled and presented in the shell. These non-native oysters are farmed globally and are typically sold in the shell for the half-shell trade. As live molluscs in shell, they are classified under tariff item 0307.11.10 for live, fresh, or chilled oysters.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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