Smoked Cooked Sea Urchins (Echinus esculentus)
These are European edible sea urchins (Echinus esculentus) that have been hot-smoked after light precooking, with the whole shells intact. The smoking process, whether or not preceded by cooking, is the defining characteristic that places them under tariff item 0308.29.10, which specifically covers smoked aquatic invertebrates other than crustaceans and molluscs.
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 sea urchins are not smoked but are dried, salted, or in brine.
This sibling item covers other preparations of sea urchins that do not involve smoking.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is clearly labeled as smoked and that the smoking process is documented, as CBSA may verify this to distinguish it from other preparations
• Verify that the sea urchins are fit for human consumption and comply with Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) import requirements for smoked aquatic products
• Keep records of the species (Echinus esculentus) and the smoking method to support the tariff classification