Live Short-Arm Octopus from Canada
Live Octopus mercatoris, a smaller species with short arms, kept alive for premium sushi markets. HTS 0307.51.00.00 covers live octopus (Octopus spp.) in shell or not, prior to any preservation.
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
• Comply with humane transport standards; use oxygenated seawater systems
• Include health certificates from exporting country proving no disease