Mackerel Paste from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → Canada
7%
Import Tips
• 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