Live Short-Arm Octopus from Japan
Live short-arm octopus (Octopus mercatoris), a smaller species with short arms, kept alive for premium sushi markets. This product is classified under tariff item 0307.51.00 as live octopus, being unprocessed and not subjected to freezing, drying, or other preservation methods.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Maintain live octopus in appropriate aquatic conditions during transport and document the species as Octopus mercatoris
• Ensure the product is declared as 'live' to align with tariff item 0307.51.00 and avoid misclassification