Fish Sauce (Nuoc Mam) from Germany
Fish sauce (nuoc mam) is a fermented sauce made from anchovies or other small fish, salt, and water, originating from Southeast Asia. It is a mixed condiment and seasoning, as it is a prepared sauce used as a condiment in cooking, and is not excluded by the chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Germany → Canada
8%
Import Tips
• Verify the fish content is below 20% to avoid Chapter 16 classification, as traditional fish sauce can be concentrated
• Provide a certificate of analysis showing the fish content to CBSA if requested
• Ensure the product is labeled as a sauce or condiment, not a fish preparation