Smoked Shrimp Paste from Japan
Smoked shrimp paste is a fermented and smoked blend of ground shrimp, commonly used as a flavoring agent in Southeast Asian cuisine. As a prepared crustacean, this product falls under tariff item 1605.40.90, which covers other crustaceans not specified elsewhere.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
5%
Import Tips
• Ensure the shrimp paste is fully processed and preserved, as raw or frozen shrimp would be classified under Chapter 3
• Provide detailed documentation on the fermentation and smoking process to assist CBSA officers
• Verify that the product does not contain added ingredients that could shift classification