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Sorghum Starch for Bioethanol Fermentation from United States

Grain sorghum starch enzymatically converted in bioethanol production plants. This is a non-food application of a cereal starch, meeting the starch content and sieve passage requirements of Chapter 11, and is not a prepared food product, so it is classified under tariff item 1108.19.90.

Duty Rate — United States → Canada

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Import Tips

• Document the industrial use to avoid classification as food-grade starch

• Keep sieve analysis records showing 90% passage through 500 μm for sorghum

• Verify whether the starch is modified or blended with enzymes, as that may change the tariff item