Dried Smoked Queen Conch Bits (Strombus gigas) from Japan
Dried smoked queen conch bits (Strombus gigas) are small pieces of conch meat that have been smoked and then dried, intended for use in soups and stews. This product falls under tariff item 0307.88.10 because it is a smoked mollusc, specifically a stromboid conch, and the smoking process is not followed by any further preparation beyond drying. The product is fit for human consumption and is not excluded by Chapter 3 notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
Import Tips
• Ensure the product is properly labelled as smoked and dried, with the species (Strombus gigas) clearly indicated on the commercial invoice
• Verify that the smoking process did not involve any added flavourings or sauces, as that could shift classification to Chapter 16
• Submit a Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) import declaration if required for human consumption