Canned Frog Legs in Brine
Canned frog legs preserved in brine, fully cooked and ready to eat as a gourmet delicacy. This product is classified under tariff item 1602.90.91 because it is prepared or preserved meat from an animal other than those specifically named elsewhere in Chapter 16, and it is packaged in cans or glass jars.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 12.5% | — | 12.5% |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is sold as a prepared meal with side dishes
Prepared meals containing meat are classified separately under this item.
If the frog legs are packaged in containers other than cans or glass jars
This item covers other prepared or preserved meat not in cans or glass jars.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is clearly labelled as 'prepared' or 'preserved' to distinguish it from fresh or frozen frog legs, which fall under Chapter 3
• Verify that the cans meet Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) labelling and safety standards
• Be aware that duty rates may vary based on the country of origin and any applicable trade agreements
Related Products under Tariff item 1602.90.91
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Canned Antelope Luncheon
Preserved antelope meat loaf, canned for shelf stability. This is an 'other' prepared meat product, not specifically named elsewhere, and packaged in cans, fitting tariff item 1602.90.91.
Canned Beef and Pork Loaf
Canned meat loaf made from a blend of ground beef and pork, seasoned and fully cooked, then sealed in tin cans for shelf stability. It falls under tariff item 1602.90.91 as a miscellaneous canned meat preparation that does not fit specific headings for beef or pork alone, and is packaged in cans.
Canned Bison Spread
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Canned Chicken Luncheon Meat
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Canned Chicken Spread
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