Mussel Byssus Threads from Mexico
Dried mussel byssus threads, also known as beard threads, are removed from mussels and dried, making them unfit for consumption. They are used in biotechnological research or as a source of collagen. This product falls under tariff item 0511.91.00 as a product of molluscs not elsewhere specified.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
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Import Tips
• Confirm the byssus threads are not edible and are solely for industrial or research use
• If the threads are processed into a textile material, they may be classified elsewhere
• Keep records of the drying process and intended use for CBSA