Live Ark Shells (Anadara granosa) from China
Live ark shells (Anadara granosa) are bivalve molluscs from the Arcidae family, which is explicitly listed under tariff item 0307.71.00. These ark shells are live-harvested from Southeast Asian mangroves and chilled for live tank display in markets, prized for their sweet meat in curries. Their classification is supported by the family designation and their live state.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
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Import Tips
• Ensure the ark shells are alive upon arrival; dead or unfit molluscs are excluded from Chapter 3
• Provide the species name Anadara granosa and family Arcidae on the commercial invoice
• Use aerated packaging to keep the ark shells alive during transport and declare them as live molluscs to CBSA