Black Pepper Mussels
Steamed mussels packed with cracked black pepper oil. This product is a prepared or preserved mussel preparation, not in an airtight container, and falls under this tariff item as 'other' prepared mussels.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 4% | — | 4% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 4% | — | 4% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 4% | — | 4% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 4% | — | 4% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 4% | — | 4% |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is not in an airtight container to qualify as 'other' prepared mussels
• Verify that the oil pack is properly sealed and meets CFIA labelling standards for seafood
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Garlic Butter Mussels
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Herb-Marinated Cooked Mussels
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Lemon Dill Mussels
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