Abalone and Salmon Sushi Rolls from United States
Refrigerated sushi rolls containing abalone slices, salmon, rice, and nori, packaged for individual sale. This prepared meal falls under tariff item 1605.59.90 because it contains molluscs (abalone) and fish meat (salmon), and the mollusc component predominates by weight, as per Chapter 16 Note 2.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
4%
Import Tips
• Ensure the abalone content exceeds the salmon content by weight to maintain classification under 1605.59.90
• Keep shipping documents showing the product is refrigerated, not frozen, to avoid reclassification
• Verify that the sushi rolls meet Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) labelling requirements for fish and mollusc allergens