Frozen Cooked Mussels in Brine (Mytilus spp.)
Mussels (Mytilus spp.) cooked then frozen in light brine for extended shelf life, used in ready meals. Still classified under 0307.32.90 as frozen mussels, not smoked, and not prepared beyond freezing in brine.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the mussels are prepared or preserved in a manner beyond simple freezing in brine
Prepared mussel products may fall under Chapter 16 rather than Chapter 03.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the brine is light and does not transform the product into a prepared meal, which could shift classification
• Keep documentation showing the freezing process and brine concentration
• Check CFIA guidelines for cooked seafood imports
Related Products under Tariff item 0307.32.90
Frozen Blue Mussels (Mytilus edulis)
Frozen blue mussels (Mytilus edulis) harvested from cold Atlantic waters, cleaned, and quick-frozen to preserve freshness and flavor. They fall under tariff item 0307.32.90 as frozen mussels of the Mytilus spp., not smoked or further processed.
Frozen Green-Lipped Mussels (Perna canaliculus)
Large frozen green-lipped mussels (Perna canaliculus) from New Zealand farms, typically half-shell for easy cooking. Classified under 0307.32.90 as frozen mussels of Perna spp., not further processed beyond freezing.
Frozen Half-Shell Mussels (Perna spp.)
Pre-shucked frozen mussels on the half-shell (Perna spp.), ready for steaming or grilling, sourced from Pacific farms. Tariff item 0307.32.90 applies to these frozen Perna mussels, whether shelled or not.
Frozen Mediterranean Mussels (Mytilus galloprovincialis)
Frozen whole mussels (Mytilus galloprovincialis) from Mediterranean rope cultures, shucked or in-shell, ideal for paella or pasta. Tariff item 0307.32.90 covers these frozen Mytilus spp. molluscs without additional preservation.
Frozen Mussel Mix (Mytilus and Perna spp.)
Blended frozen mussels combining Mytilus and Perna species for varied texture in chowders. Classified under tariff item 0307.32.90 as it principally covers both specified mussel genera, frozen and not smoked.
Frozen Prince Edward Island Mussels (Mytilus edulis)
Premium frozen mussels from Canada's Prince Edward Island, known for plump meat and clean flavor, sold in vacuum-sealed bags. Fits tariff item 0307.32.90 as frozen Mytilus edulis, simply cleaned and frozen.