Live Sandfish Sea Cucumber (Holothuria scabra) from China
Live sandfish sea cucumbers (Holothuria scabra) are imported alive for research aquariums and breeding programs. They qualify under tariff item 0308.11.00 as live sea cucumbers, which are aquatic invertebrates other than crustaceans and molluscs, and are not excluded by Chapter 3 notes.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
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Import Tips
• Ensure the product is not intended for human consumption if it is for research or breeding, but note that Chapter 3 covers products fit for human consumption; if unfit, it may fall under Chapter 5
• Provide a health certificate from the exporting country to facilitate entry
• Check with CFIA for any import restrictions on live aquatic species