1604.20.90/Mackerel Paste/Japan

Mackerel Paste from Japan

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 — Japan → Canada

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CFIA
All Programs · Required
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
Wildlife Enforcement - commodity may be regulated by ECCC · Required
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).

CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown

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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