Chilled Cockle Meal
Chilled cockle meal is produced by grinding fresh or chilled cockles, a type of bivalve mollusc, into a coarse powder. It is used in human food preparations such as chowders or seafood flavourings, and is not dried or smoked.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +25.0% | 25% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the cockle meal is smoked
Smoked mollusc meals are classified separately.
If the meal is dried or dehydrated
Dried mollusc meals fall under a different statistical code.
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
• Verify that the product is not dried, as dried cockle meal would be classified elsewhere
• Ensure the packaging indicates 'chilled' and 'fit for human consumption' for CBSA clearance
• Consider using a customs broker to confirm the correct 8-digit code for your specific product
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