Canned Mussel and Sardine Stew
A shelf-stable canned stew that combines mussels with sardine fish meat in a tomato broth. It is classified under this tariff item because it is a prepared food containing both molluscs (mussels) and fish (sardines), with mussels as the predominant component by weight.
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% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fish meat (sardines) predominates by weight over the mussels
Chapter 16 note 2 states that mixed preparations are classified by the predominant component by weight.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product label lists mussels as the first ingredient by weight to support classification under this item
• Verify that the canned product meets Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) labelling and safety standards for fish and mollusc products
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