Frozen Beaver Gland Secretions (Castoreum) from Germany
Frozen castoreum, a secretion from the castor sacs of beavers, used as a fixative in perfumery and pharmaceutical preparations. The frozen state preserves the secretion, classifying it as provisionally preserved under the tariff item.
Duty Rate — Germany → Canada
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Import Tips
• Beavers are not CITES-listed, but verify that the castoreum is sourced legally and declare it as frozen for pharmaceutical or perfumery use
• Keep the product frozen during transit and provide evidence of freezing
• Confirm that the product meets Canadian import standards for animal-derived substances