Chilled Geoduck for Sashimi from Japan
Chilled Geoduck for Sashimi consists of premium geoduck clams (Panopea generosa) that are chilled to 0-4°C immediately after harvest to maintain optimal freshness for raw consumption. The product is trimmed for sashimi presentation but remains unprocessed, falling under the live, fresh, or chilled clams classification. Geoducks belong to the Hiatellidae family, which is explicitly listed in the tariff item.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
Import Tips
• Confirm that the geoduck is chilled, not frozen, and maintain the cold chain during transport to satisfy CBSA inspection requirements
• Obtain a CFIA import permit for fish and seafood products if the shipment exceeds the exemption threshold
• Be aware that geoduck may be subject to additional monitoring for marine biotoxins; provide lab results if requested