Live Abalone from United States
Live abalone (Haliotis spp.) from sustainable farms are maintained in aerated tanks for live delivery. As live univalve molluscs, they fall under tariff item 0307.91.00 for other live, fresh or chilled molluscs, prized for their meat and shell.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
25%
Rate breakdown
26SUR2525%United States Surtax Order (2026) — 25% on US products
Import Tips
• Check if live abalone requires a CFIA import permit and any CITES documentation if the species is listed
• Ensure the shipping container maintains proper oxygen and temperature for live molluscs
• Declare the product as 'live abalone' with the scientific name Haliotis spp. on customs forms