Live Purple Sea Urchins (Strongylocentrotus purpuratus) from United States
Live Strongylocentrotus purpuratus (purple sea urchins) harvested from Pacific coastal waters and transported in aerated seawater. These are live aquatic invertebrates, not smoked, and fall under tariff item 0308.29.90 as 'other' sea urchins of the specified species.
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 with aerated seawater and temperature control
• Provide a health certificate confirming the sea urchins are disease-free and fit for human consumption
• Clearly state the species as Strongylocentrotus purpuratus to match the tariff item