Oat Starch for Cosmetics (Industrial Base) from China
Native oat starch used as a raw material for cosmetic powder formulations, not as a finished perfumery or cosmetic product. It meets the starch and ash content requirements of Chapter 11 and is not covered by Chapter 33, so it is classified under tariff item 1108.19.90 as 'Other starches'.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
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Import Tips
• Ensure the starch is not mixed with cosmetic ingredients, as finished cosmetics fall under Chapter 33
• Keep documentation showing the starch is a raw material, not a preparation
• Verify whether the starch is treated or modified, as that may affect classification