Frozen European Edible Sea Urchins (Paracentrotus lividus) from Canada
Frozen gonads of the European purple sea urchin (Paracentrotus lividus), a Mediterranean delicacy served raw on ice. HTS 0308.22.00.00 applies to frozen forms of this named species. Popular in French and Italian seafood markets.
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 EU export health certificates for traceability back to harvest
• Test for biotoxins like okadaic acid, prevalent in Mediterranean waters
• Package in vacuum-sealed pouches to minimize drip loss and maintain frozen integrity