Frozen Eel Fillets from Canada
Frozen skinless fillets from Anguilla spp. eels, such as American or Japanese eel. HTS 0304.69.00.00 covers these as 'other' frozen fillets of specified species. Prized in sushi and unagi dishes.
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
• Provide CITES Appendix II permits for Anguilla rostrata (American eel) due to endangered status
• Ensure traceability docs from capture to freezing to meet Lacey Act declarations
• Test for eel-specific parasites; positive results may block entry under FDA import alerts