Chilled Octopus Flour
Chilled octopus flour is a fine powder made from fresh octopus mantle, a cephalopod mollusc, intended for human consumption in Asian cuisines or as a protein supplement. It is classified under this tariff item as a smoked mollusc flour, fit for human consumption, and is not excluded by Chapter 3 notes.
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 octopus flour is not smoked.
This item covers other non-smoked mollusc flours and meals.
If the product is from crustaceans instead of molluscs.
Crustacean products are classified under a different tariff item.
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 octopus flour is smoked and not raw or dried to match the tariff item
• Keep records of the smoking process and species identification
• Verify CFIA import requirements for cephalopod products
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