Chilled Echinus esculentus Sea Urchins from United States
Freshly harvested Echinus esculentus sea urchins maintained on ice slurry to preserve their premium gonad quality. These are chilled, not frozen or processed, and are classified under tariff item 0308.29.90 as 'other' sea urchins, distinct from smoked products.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
25%
Rate breakdown
26SUR2525%United States Surtax Order (2026) — 25% on US products
Import Tips
• Ensure the sea urchins are clearly labeled as chilled and not frozen to avoid misclassification
• Maintain a cold chain at 0-4°C and provide documentation of the species (Echinus esculentus) to customs
• Verify that the product is fit for human consumption to avoid Chapter 5 classification