Frozen Snail Meat
Frozen snail meat is edible snail bodies extracted from shells and frozen, used in escargot preparations. It is not smoked, dried, or in brine, and is fit for human consumption, making it classifiable under tariff item 0307.92.90 as other frozen molluscs.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the snail meat is frozen and not smoked or cooked
• Provide species identification and processing details to CBSA
• Verify that the product meets CFIA import standards for edible snails
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Frozen Abalone Meat Slices
Frozen abalone meat slices are shucked from abalone molluscs (Haliotis spp.) and minimally processed before freezing. They are not dried, smoked, or in brine, and are fit for human consumption, making them classifiable under tariff item 0307.92.90 as other frozen molluscs.
Frozen Abalone Slices
Premium abalone meat sliced and quick-frozen for preservation, without shell. This raw frozen mollusc product falls under tariff item 0307.92.90 as 'other' frozen molluscs, not fitting specific species subheadings.
Frozen Ark Clams Shucked
Frozen shucked ark clam meat is obtained from ark clams (Anadara spp.) and frozen without additional processing. It is not smoked, dried, or in brine, and is fit for human consumption, qualifying for tariff item 0307.92.90 as other frozen molluscs.
Frozen Bahamian Conch Meat
Frozen queen conch meat sourced from Bahamian waters, cleaned and packed in bulk for export. This raw, frozen mollusc product is classified under tariff item 0307.92.90 as 'other' frozen molluscs, not smoked, and is valued for authentic culinary use.
Frozen Bay Scallops IQF
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Frozen Calamari Rings
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