Brined Shucked Escargots from United States
Brined shucked escargots are snails of the Helix species, removed from their shells and preserved in a brine solution. They are intended for retail escargot kits and are not smoked, cooked, or processed into flour, meals, or pellets. As non-sea snails in brine, they fall under tariff item 0307.60.90, which covers other snails than sea snails.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
25%
Rate breakdown
26SUR2525%United States Surtax Order (2026) — 25% on US products
Import Tips
• Ensure the snails are not smoked or cooked, as those would fall under sibling item 0307.60.10
• Declare the species (Helix) and preservation method (brine) accurately on customs documents
• Verify that the product is fit for human consumption and meets CFIA labelling requirements