Fresh Chilled Lollypop Sea Cucumber (Holothuria atra) from Canada
Fresh chilled lollypop sea cucumbers (Holothuria atra) are tropical species imported for niche culinary uses, kept chilled post-harvest. HTS 0308.11.00.00 covers chilled Holothuroidea excluding crustaceans and molluscs. Common in Indo-Pacific fisheries for their resilience.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Ensure chain-of-custody docs from harvest to port for traceability under seafood import laws
• Test for contaminants like heavy metals, as tropical species often require additional FDA clearance