Fermented Shrimp Sauce Base (from Other Crustaceans) from Mexico
Fermented shrimp sauce base made from ground prawns or crawfish, salted and aged. This preparation is preserved through fermentation and falls under tariff item 1605.40.90 as other prepared crustaceans. It is a staple in Southeast Asian cooking, used as a condiment or flavoring.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
5%
Import Tips
• Declare the crustacean source (prawns or crawfish) accurately, as crawfish may be considered crayfish
• If the sauce contains more than 20% of other ingredients, Chapter 16 may still apply, but verify the predominance rule
• Ensure the product meets Canadian food safety standards for fermented products