Dried Smoked Snails
Dried smoked snails, whether land or sea snails, are molluscs that have been smoked and dried for preservation. They fall under this tariff item because they are smoked molluscs, not live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted, or in brine, and are not otherwise specified in headings 03.05 to 03.08.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 4% | — | 4% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 4% | — | 4% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 4% | +25.0% | 29% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 4% | — | 4% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 4% | — | 4% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the snails are not smoked but only dried or salted
This sibling item covers other molluscs that are not smoked, including dried or salted preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the snails are properly smoked and dried, and declare them as smoked molluscs under tariff item 0307.99.10
• Have documentation showing the smoking process and that they are fit for human consumption
• Verify if any additional food inspection requirements apply under the Safe Food for Canadians Act
Related Products under Tariff item 0307.99.10
Frozen Smoked Ark Shells
Frozen smoked ark shells are ark clams that have been smoked and then frozen for preservation. They are classified under this tariff item as smoked molluscs, whether in shell or not, and whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process.
Frozen Smoked Clams
Frozen smoked clams are clams that have been smoked and then frozen, distinct from fresh or live forms. They are classified under this tariff item as smoked molluscs, whether in shell or not, and whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process.
Smoked Frozen Top Shells
Smoked frozen top shells are topshell molluscs that have been smoked and then frozen. They are classified under this tariff item as smoked molluscs, whether in shell or not, and whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process.
Smoked Oysters in Brine
Smoked oysters in brine are oysters that have been smoked and packed in brine, ready for consumption or further processing. They are classified under this tariff item as smoked molluscs, whether in shell or not, and whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process.