Frozen New Zealand Paua Abalone (Haliotis iris) from United States
Frozen whole abalone of the species Haliotis iris, known as paua, harvested from New Zealand waters. The molluscs are shucked, cleaned, and quick-frozen to preserve freshness and texture. This product is classified under this tariff item as it is a frozen abalone of the genus Haliotis, not smoked.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
25%
Rate breakdown
26SUR2525%United States Surtax Order (2026) — 25% on US products
Import Tips
• Ensure the product is labelled as frozen and of the species Haliotis iris
• Confirm that the abalone meets CFIA import requirements for human consumption
• Maintain documentation of the freezing process and country of origin for CBSA inspection