Live Chilean Mussels (Mytilus chilensis)
Live Chilean mussels (Mytilus chilensis) rope-cultured on the Pacific coast and shipped in aerated tanks to preserve vitality. These live mussels are classified under tariff item 0307.31.00, which covers mussels of the genus Mytilus that are live, fresh, or chilled, and not processed into pellets or meals.
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 the mussels are frozen or otherwise preserved
Frozen or preserved mussels fall under 0307.39.00, which covers forms other than live, fresh, or chilled.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the mussels are alive upon arrival; dead molluscs unfit for human consumption are excluded from Chapter 3 and may be classified under Chapter 5
• Provide a CFIA import permit and a health certificate from the exporting country
• If the mussels are shipped in water or with packaging that affects weight, declare the net weight of the product only
Related Products under Tariff item 0307.31.00
Chilled Chilean Loca Mussels (Mytilus chilensis)
Chilled Chilean Loca Mussels (Mytilus chilensis) are robust Southern Cone mussels harvested from sustainable farms and chilled immediately post-harvest. They are presented in the shell and unprocessed, making them suitable for wholesale restaurant supply. This product falls under tariff item 0307.31.00 as live, fresh, or chilled mussels of the species Mytilus spp.
Chilled Half-Shell Mussels (Mytilus galloprovincialis)
Chilled Half-Shell Mussels (Mytilus galloprovincialis) are pre-shucked mussels presented on the half-shell, with the adductor muscle intact, ensuring they remain live and fresh. This minimal processing does not alter their classification as live, fresh, or chilled mussels. They fall under tariff item 0307.31.00 as Mytilus spp. molluscs, whether in shell or not.
Chilled Mediterranean Mussels (Mytilus galloprovincialis)
Chilled Mediterranean Mussels (Mytilus galloprovincialis) are chilled Mediterranean black mussels, depurated and ready for market, packed in breathable nets to stay fresh. They are presented chilled in the shell, unprocessed. This product falls under tariff item 0307.31.00 as chilled Mytilus spp. mussels.
Farmed Black Mussels (Mytilus galloprovincialis) Fresh
Farmed Black Mussels (Mytilus galloprovincialis) are fresh farmed mussels from Pacific Northwest or European rope farms, with beards removed and ready for culinary use. They are presented fresh or chilled, minimally processed beyond cleaning. This product falls under tariff item 0307.31.00 as fresh or chilled Mytilus spp. mussels.
Farmed Blue Mussels (Mytilus edulis)
Farmed Blue Mussels (Mytilus edulis) are live, fresh, or chilled blue mussels raised on aquaculture farms in coastal waters. They are harvested at optimal size and quality for market, presented in the shell. This product falls under tariff item 0307.31.00 as live, fresh, or chilled Mytilus spp. mussels.
Farmed Chilean Mussels (Mytilus chilensis) Live
Farmed Chilean Mussels (Mytilus chilensis) are live farmed mussels from extensive aquaculture in Chile's southern fjords, exported alive for depuration. They are presented live in the shell, unprocessed. This product falls under tariff item 0307.31.00 as live Mytilus spp. mussels.