Mussel and Whitefish Mousse
An aerated mousse product made from mussels and whitefish meat, used in gourmet dishes. It falls under this tariff item as a prepared food where mussels are the predominant aquatic protein, with fish as a secondary component.
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 whitefish content predominates by weight over the mussels
Chapter 16 note 2 requires classification by the predominant component by weight.
Not sure which classification is right?
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the mussel content exceeds the whitefish content by weight for classification under this item
• Ensure the mousse is packaged and labelled according to CFIA requirements for refrigerated seafood products
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