Suminoe Oysters (Crassostrea sikamea) from United States
Suminoe oysters (Crassostrea sikamea) are live, fresh, or chilled and presented in the shell. These Asian cupped oysters are farmed in the Pacific Northwest and Asia, and are imported for oyster farming stock or direct consumption. As live molluscs in shell, they fall under tariff item 0307.11.10 for live, fresh, or chilled oysters.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
28%
Rate breakdown
26SUR2525%United States Surtax Order (2026) — 25% on US products
Import Tips
• Check if the oysters require a CFIA import permit and ensure they meet Canadian health standards for live molluscs
• Provide the scientific name Crassostrea sikamea and the condition (live, fresh, or chilled) on the commercial invoice
• Be aware that the CBSA may require proof of the oysters' origin and that the exporting facility is approved by the CFIA