Mackerel Paste
Smooth paste made from steamed and pureed mackerel fillets with mild seasonings, popular in Scandinavian-style spreads. The processing into a homogeneous paste qualifies it as a preserved fish paste, and under tariff item 1604.20.90, it is 'Other' prepared or preserved fish.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 7% | — | 7% |
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- CFIA
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CANADIAN FOOD INSPECTION AGENCY: CFIA All Programs requires review / declaration data. CBSA's Single Window matching criteria match this classification number (Within Range 1601001100–1605690000).
- ECCC
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ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE CHANGE CANADA: ECCC Wildlife Enforcement - commodity may be regulated by ECCC requires review / declaration data. CBSA's Single Window matching criteria match this classification number (Starts With 1604).
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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 sold as a prepared meal
If the mackerel paste is part of a meal kit or includes other substantial ingredients, it could be classified as a prepared meal.
If sold as a soup or broth preparation
If the paste is diluted and marketed as a soup base, it could fall under preparations for soups or broths.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the seasonings do not exceed 20% of the total weight, as this could move the product to Chapter 21
• The paste should be declared as a preparation of fish, not as a sauce or spread
• Provide a complete ingredient list and processing description to the CBSA if requested
Related Products under Tariff item 1604.20.90
Abalone and Tuna Terrine
A layered terrine combining abalone slices, tuna, and gelatin, canned for shelf stability, is a mixed preparation of molluscs and fish. As a product containing both crustacean and fish components, it is classified under tariff item 1604.20.90 for other prepared or preserved fish or crustaceans, as no single component predominates.
Abalone in Chili Sauce Pouch
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Anchovy Paste
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