Frozen Shrimp Flour from Mexico
Frozen shrimp flour is a finely ground flour made from frozen shrimp, suitable for human consumption in baking, thickening sauces, or as a gluten-free flour alternative. It is classified under tariff item 0309.90.10 as a flour of crustaceans fit for human consumption, consistent with heading 03.09.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
5%
Import Tips
• Confirm the shrimp flour is fit for human consumption and not intended for animal feed
• Keep documentation on the freezing process and shrimp species for CBSA
• Verify CFIA requirements for seafood-derived food ingredients