Canned Ark Shell Clams Smoked
Smoked ark shell clams (Anadara spp.) in airtight cans, offering a delicate seafood flavor. Smoking is a preservation method that qualifies this product as prepared clams under tariff item 1605.56.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document the smoking process and any additives used to support classification
• Ensure the cans are hermetically sealed and meet Canadian packaging standards
• Provide a certificate of origin if claiming preferential duty rates under a trade agreement
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