Fermented Shrimp Sauce Base (from Other Crustaceans) from Germany
Fermented shrimp sauce base is made from ground prawns or crawfish, salted and aged, and is a staple in Southeast Asian cooking. As a prepared crustacean, this product falls under tariff item 1605.40.90, which covers other crustaceans not specified elsewhere.
Duty Rate — Germany → Canada
5%
Import Tips
• Confirm that the sauce base is fully fermented and preserved, as raw or frozen shrimp would be classified under Chapter 3
• Provide clear labeling of the ingredients and fermentation process to facilitate CBSA classification
• Keep records of the processing method to demonstrate it is a prepared product