Frozen Sea Lion Meat from Canada
Frozen meat from sea lions (Pinnipedia suborder), such as California sea lions, used in niche markets. This product is classified under HTS 0208.40.01.00 for Pinnipedia mammals' meat, fresh, chilled, or frozen. Differentiated from generic offal or preserved forms.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• NOAA authorization needed; test for heavy metals prevalent in sea lions
• Declare as whole cuts to prevent parts classification
• Full contents dutiable in containers