Live Japanese Sea Cucumber (Stichopus japonicus) from United States
Live Japanese sea cucumbers (Stichopus japonicus) are harvested from cold Pacific waters and imported alive for the luxury seafood market or aquaculture breeding. They are classified under tariff item 0308.11.00 as live sea cucumbers, which are aquatic invertebrates other than crustaceans and molluscs.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
25%
Rate breakdown
26SUR2525%United States Surtax Order (2026) — 25% on US products
Import Tips
• Arrange for proper live transport conditions, including oxygenated water and temperature control, to ensure survival during transit
• Obtain any necessary permits from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) for live aquatic animals
• Declare the product as live on customs documents to avoid misclassification