Frozen Yellowfin Tuna Whole Fish from Canada
Whole frozen yellowfin tuna (Thunnus albacares) caught in the Pacific Ocean, typically weighing 20-50 kg each, packaged in bulk for commercial processing. This product falls under HTS 0303.42.00 as it is frozen whole fish of the specific species, excluding fillets or meat of heading 0304 and not processed into offal. It is commonly imported for further processing into steaks or canned tuna.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Verify species identification via scientific naming (Thunnus albacares) with documentation from FDA-approved labs; obtain prior notice via FDA's system for seafood imports; ensure cold chain integrity to avoid spoilage claims at customs