Smoked Abalone Fillets from Canada
Abalone fillets preserved by smoking process, vacuum-sealed in bulk for foodservice. This 'other' preparation fits HTS 1605.57.60.00 for preserved molluscs beyond basic canning.
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
• Include smoking method and duration in commercial invoice to justify 'prepared or preserved' status
• FDA prior notice required 2-8 hours pre-arrival; label with country of origin and processing details
• Avoid misdeclaring as fresh—smoking alters tariff classification; common audit trigger