Dried Plantain Powder
Dried plantain powder is a fine powder obtained by milling dehydrated plantains, which are products of Chapter 8. It is classified under tariff item 1106.30.00 as a flour or meal made from Chapter 8 products, and it does not meet the cereal milling criteria of Chapter 11 notes.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the powder is derived from sago or roots/tubers
This alternative covers flours from sago or roots/tubers, which are not Chapter 8 products.
If the powder is from dried legumes
Legume flours are classified separately from fruit flours.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is labeled as a flour or meal from plantains, not a cereal product, to avoid misclassification
• Verify the moisture content and packaging weight, as CBSA may assess duties based on total weight including packaging
• Keep supplier documentation showing the plantain origin for customs clearance
Related Products under Tariff item 1106.30.00
Banana Flour
Banana flour is a finely ground powder made from dried green bananas, which are products of Chapter 8. It is classified under tariff item 1106.30.00 as a flour from Chapter 8 products, and it does not meet the cereal milling criteria in Chapter 11 notes.
Coconut Flour
Coconut flour is produced by milling dried coconut meat after oil extraction, a product of Chapter 8. It falls under tariff item 1106.30.00 as a flour from Chapter 8 products, and it is not a cereal product per Chapter 11 notes.
Dragon Fruit Powder
Dragon fruit powder is a spray-dried powder from pitahaya, a Chapter 8 exotic fruit. It is classified under tariff item 1106.30.00 as a powder from Chapter 8 products, and it does not meet the cereal milling criteria in Chapter 11 notes.
Durian Powder
Durian powder is a freeze-dried durian pulp converted to fine powder, from Chapter 8 durian fruit. It falls under tariff item 1106.30.00 as a powder from Chapter 8 products, and it is not a cereal product per Chapter 11 notes.
Gluten-Free Banana Flour Blend Base
Gluten-free banana flour blend base is a pure banana flour milled to a fine consistency, made from dried bananas of Chapter 8. It falls under tariff item 1106.30.00 as a flour from Chapter 8 products, and it is not a cereal product per Chapter 11 notes.
Green Plantain Flour
Green plantain flour is a powder obtained by milling dehydrated green plantains, a Chapter 8 product. It is classified under tariff item 1106.30.00 as a meal or flour from Chapter 8 products, and it does not meet the cereal milling definitions in Chapter 11 notes.