Amaranth Starch from China
Amaranth starch is a gluten-free starch from amaranth pseudo-cereal grains, used in health foods and baking. It is classified under tariff item 1108.19.12 as an 'other starch' since amaranth is not a cereal listed in Chapter 11, and the product meets the starch and ash content requirements.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
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Import Tips
• Ensure the amaranth starch is pure and not mixed with cereal flours to maintain classification
• Provide lab analysis showing starch content and ash content to support the tariff code
• Verify if the product requires a food import license under Canadian regulations