Harissa Pepper Paste from Japan
Harissa pepper paste is a Tunisian hot sauce base made from mashed red chili peppers and salt, with minimal other spices. It classifies under tariff item 0904.22.00 as a mixture of macerated hot red peppers and salt, retaining the essential character of crushed Capsicum.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Keep additional spices minimal to maintain classification under 0904.22.00
• Provide a detailed ingredient list to CBSA for verification
• If garlic, caraway, or other spices are significant, the product may fall under heading 21.03