Frozen Processed Sea Cucumber Bodies from United States
Frozen, eviscerated bodies of Japanese sea cucumbers (Stichopus japonicus), cleaned but not cooked, are classified as frozen aquatic invertebrates other than crustaceans and molluscs. They fall under tariff item 0308.19.90 as 'Other' because the specific subheading for Stichopus japonicus (0308.11) covers only live, fresh, or chilled products.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
25%
Rate breakdown
26SUR2525%United States Surtax Order (2026) — 25% on US products
Import Tips
• Confirm the product is not smoked; smoked items are classified under 0308.19.10
• Provide a clear description of the processing (eviscerated, cleaned, not cooked) to support classification
• Ensure the product is fit for human consumption; otherwise, it may be classified under Chapter 5