Live Greenlip Mussels from Japan
Live greenlip mussels (Perna canaliculus) from New Zealand farms are shipped alive in insulated reefer containers. As live molluscs valued for omega-3 content, they fall under tariff item 0307.91.00 for other live, fresh or chilled molluscs.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Verify that the greenlip mussels meet CFIA import requirements for live bivalves, including health certificates from the exporting country
• Ensure the reefer container maintains proper temperature and humidity for live molluscs
• Declare the product as 'live greenlip mussels' (Perna canaliculus) on customs documents