Factory Ship for At-Sea Fish Processing from Canada
A large ocean-going factory ship with onboard filleting lines, freezing tunnels, and packaging for processing herring catches directly at sea. It qualifies under HTS 8902.00.00.00 as a vessel for preserving fishery products. This includes self-contained operations beyond simple storage.
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
• Submit processing capacity reports and equipment inventories to confirm 'factory ship' status under HTS
• Ensure FDA prior notice for fishery product handling capabilities during import