Brined Freshwater Prawn Meat from Japan
Brined freshwater prawn meat from Macrobrachium rosenbergii, peeled and packed in a saltwater solution. This product is prepared or preserved by brining, which places it under tariff item 1605.40.90 as other prepared crustaceans, excluding crayfish in cans or glass jars. It is commonly used in Thai and Indian cuisine.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
5%
Import Tips
• Ensure the product is not packed in cans or glass jars, as that would fall under sibling item 1605.40.10
• Declare the species (Macrobrachium rosenbergii) accurately to avoid misclassification
• Verify that the brining process meets the definition of 'prepared or preserved' under Chapter 16