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Sweet Potato Starch Powder from United States

Sweet potato starch powder is a white powder extracted from sweet potato roots, used in noodles, textiles, and as a thickening agent. It falls under tariff item 1108.19.12 as an 'other starch' from a non-cereal source, verified by polarimetric starch content exceeding Chapter 11 minimums and compliant ash levels.

Duty Rate — United States → Canada

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Import Tips

• Confirm the starch is derived from sweet potatoes and not mixed with other starches to maintain classification

• Provide a certificate of analysis for starch and ash content to support the tariff code

• Check if the product is subject to food safety import requirements under the Safe Food for Canadians Regulations