Saponin-Free Quinoa from Mexico
Saponin-free quinoa has been water-washed to remove the bitter outer coating, making it ready-to-cook Chenopodium quinoa seeds. It falls under 1008.50.00 because washing does not constitute hulling or other working that would exclude it from Chapter 10, and the grains remain intact.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
0%
Import Tips
• Document the washing process to show it only removes saponins and does not alter the grain structure
• Ensure the product is not hulled or polished beyond washing to maintain classification
• Check with the CBSA if the washing process could be considered 'other work' under Chapter 10 notes