Smoked Kumamoto Oysters
Smoked Kumamoto oysters (Crassostrea sikamea) are premium molluscs preserved through smoking, making them ready for direct consumption. As prepared or preserved oysters, they fall under tariff item 1605.51.00, which covers all oyster preparations in Chapter 16.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 2% | — | 2% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 2% | — | 2% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 2% | — | 2% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 2% | — | 2% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 2% | — | 2% |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the oysters are fully cooked or smoked to meet food safety standards
• Provide clear labeling of the product as 'smoked' to facilitate customs clearance
• Consider obtaining a pre-arrival review from the CBSA for large shipments
Related Products under Tariff item 1605.51.00
Breaded Fried Oysters
Breaded fried oysters are prepared by coating fresh oysters in breading and pre-frying them for easy reheating. This cooking and coating process makes them prepared or preserved molluscs, falling under tariff item 1605.51.00 for oysters.
Cooked Shucked Oysters
Cooked shucked oysters are steamed or boiled for preservation and sold in bulk non-sealed containers. This cooking process qualifies them as prepared or preserved molluscs under tariff item 1605.51.00, as they are no longer raw.
Fermented Oysters
Fermented oysters are preserved through a fermentation process with salt and spices, a traditional Asian method. This preparation makes them prepared or preserved molluscs, fitting tariff item 1605.51.00 for oysters.
Marinated Olympia Oysters
Marinated Olympia oysters are tiny oysters preserved in olive oil and herbs, packaged in non-airtight jars. This marination process qualifies them as prepared or preserved molluscs under tariff item 1605.51.00.
Pickled Eastern Oysters
Pickled Eastern oysters are preserved in a brine solution without airtight sealing, often sold in bulk jars. This pickling process makes them prepared or preserved molluscs, classified under tariff item 1605.51.00 for oysters.
Seasoned Steamed Oysters
Seasoned steamed oysters are steamed and flavored with garlic and ginger, packed loosely for restaurant use. This cooking and seasoning process qualifies them as prepared or preserved molluscs under tariff item 1605.51.00.