Instant Cornmeal Base from China
Instant cornmeal base is a pre-ground maize meal designed for quick-cooking products, with particle size meeting the 95% through 2 mm sieve requirement. It is not fully prepared and requires cooking before consumption, distinguishing it from prepared foods. This product falls under tariff item 1103.13.00 as a maize meal, provided it meets the starch and ash content specifications of Chapter 11.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
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Import Tips
• Confirm the product is not pre-cooked or otherwise prepared, as that would shift classification to heading 19.04
• Provide a sieve analysis and certificate of analysis to support the Chapter 11 classification
• Check if the product is subject to CFIA labelling requirements for pre-packaged foods