Fresh Chilled Cockles
Fresh chilled cockles (Cerastoderma edule) are small bivalve molluscs harvested from intertidal zones and packed in chilled seawater to maintain freshness. They are presented live, fresh or chilled without any processing, falling squarely under tariff item 0307.91.00 for other molluscs in that state.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +25.0% | 25% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the cockles are frozen
Frozen molluscs are classified under a different tariff item within the same heading.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the cockles are accompanied by a valid import permit from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) if required for live bivalves
• Declare the species (Cerastoderma edule) and state (chilled) accurately on the CBSA customs declaration
• Check for any temporary import restrictions related to marine biotoxins in the harvest area
Related Products under Tariff item 0307.91.00
Chilled Bahamian Conch
Chilled whole conch meat from Bahamian queen conch fisheries is maintained at 0-4°C. As fresh or chilled conch molluscs, they fall under tariff item 0307.91.00 for other live, fresh or chilled molluscs.
Chilled Conch Adductor Muscle
Isolated chilled adductor muscles from queen conch are prized for texture. As part of fresh or chilled conch molluscs, they fall under tariff item 0307.91.00 for other live, fresh or chilled molluscs.
Chilled Conch for Ceviche
Premium chilled conch meat prepped for raw ceviche dishes is cleaned and sliced. As minimally processed fresh or chilled conch, it falls under tariff item 0307.91.00 for other live, fresh or chilled molluscs.
Chilled Cooked Octopus Tentacles
Freshly caught octopus tentacles, briefly cooked and chilled to preserve texture for Mediterranean salads and tapas. This product falls under tariff item 0307.91.00 as fresh or chilled molluscs, specifically other molluscs. The brief cooking does not alter the classification as fresh or chilled.
Chilled Fresh Squid Tubes
Cleaned squid mantles (tubes) from Loligo species, chilled on ice for calamari preparation in Asian and Italian cuisines. This product is classified under tariff item 0307.91.00 as fresh or chilled molluscs, specifically other molluscs. The squid is minimally processed and intended for human consumption.
Chilled Milk Conch
Chilled meat from milk conch (Strombus costatus), a smaller Caribbean species, is presented fresh and chilled. As a conch mollusc in the fresh or chilled state, it falls under tariff item 0307.91.00 for other live, fresh or chilled molluscs.