Premium Crystal Jellyfish
Premium crystal jellyfish, processed for maximum crunchiness and clarity, preserved for retail. The specialized processing and preservation qualify it as an other aquatic invertebrate prepared or preserved under tariff item 1605.63.00.
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 crystal jellyfish is processed with other aquatic invertebrates
Other aquatic invertebrates prepared or preserved, for premium mixed products.
Not sure which classification is right?
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the processing method (e.g
• bleaching, soaking) does not introduce ingredients that could change classification
• Provide the CBSA with detailed processing information to support the tariff classification
• Confirm the product meets Canadian food safety standards for aquatic products
Related Products under Tariff item 1605.63.00
Boiled Jellyfish in Brine
Boiled jellyfish packed in brine for preservation, commonly used in hot pots or cold appetizers. The boiling and brining processes prepare and preserve the jellyfish, making it an aquatic invertebrate prepared or preserved under tariff item 1605.63.00.
Cantonese Style Jellyfish
Cantonese-style jellyfish, salted and air-dried for preservation, a traditional preparation method. The salting and drying processes preserve the jellyfish, qualifying it as an other aquatic invertebrate prepared or preserved under tariff item 1605.63.00.
Dried Shredded Jellyfish
Dried shredded jellyfish, rehydrated for use in salads or stir-fries. The drying process preserves the jellyfish for long-term storage, making it a prepared or preserved aquatic invertebrate under tariff item 1605.63.00.
Jellyfish for Hotpot
Pre-sliced preserved jellyfish packaged for hotpot use, ready to cook. The preservation process and packaging for retail make it an aquatic invertebrate prepared or preserved under tariff item 1605.63.00.
Jellyfish Strips in Soy Sauce
Jellyfish strips preserved in soy sauce, ready for instant noodle toppings. The soy sauce preservation makes it a prepared aquatic invertebrate under tariff item 1605.63.00, as it is not a stuffed product of heading 19.02.
Ready-to-Eat Jellyfish Snack
Ready-to-eat jellyfish snack packs, flavored and preserved for direct consumption. The flavored preservation makes it a prepared aquatic invertebrate under tariff item 1605.63.00, suitable for retail sale.