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Portuguese Style Sardines in Spiced Oil from Germany

Whole sardines in oil infused with spices like piri-piri, a traditional preparation. The added spices make this more than a plain oil packing, so it is classified under the 'Other' tariff item for sardines.

Duty Rate — Germany → Canada

9%

Import Tips

• List all spices and their proportions on the commercial invoice to demonstrate the product is not plain oil-packed

• Confirm the fish are whole, not fillets or minced

• Consider a CBSA ruling if the spice level is borderline