Castoreum Gland Paste from United States
Semi-processed paste derived from beaver castor sacs, used as a flavouring agent in food and beverages and in pharmaceutical preparations for circulatory remedies. It falls under tariff item 0510.00.00 as castoreum, a natural animal product provisionally preserved for use in pharmaceutical products.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
0%
Import Tips
• Ensure the castoreum paste is provisionally preserved (e.g
• frozen or chilled) to qualify for this tariff item
• Be prepared to provide documentation that the product is intended for pharmaceutical or flavouring use, as the CBSA may request end-use verification
• Verify that the beaver source is legally harvested and, if applicable, obtain any CITES permits for cross-border movement