Octopus and Mackerel Skewers from Mexico
Pre-grilled skewers of octopus and mackerel are a prepared seafood product combining mollusc and fish. As a mixed preparation, it is classified under tariff item 1604.20.90 for other prepared or preserved fish or crustaceans, since the components are not covered by a more specific subheading.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
Import Tips
• Ensure the skewers are kept frozen or refrigerated during import to meet CFIA food safety standards
• Provide a weight breakdown of octopus and mackerel to support classification
• Verify that the grilling process qualifies as 'prepared or preserved' under Chapter 16