Powdered Coca Leaf from Germany
Powdered Coca Leaf is finely ground powder made from dried coca leaves, used in herbal supplements and as a raw material for pharmaceutical alkaloid isolation. It falls under tariff item 1211.30.00 because the heading explicitly covers coca leaf in powdered form, and its primary use in pharmacy aligns with the item's scope for plants used in such applications.
Duty Rate — Germany → Canada
Import Tips
• Secure a Health Canada import permit for controlled substances before importing powdered coca leaf, as it is regulated under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
• Provide the CBSA with a certificate of analysis confirming the powder's composition and absence of adulterants
• Be aware that powdered coca leaf may be subject to additional scrutiny due to its potential for misuse; maintain clear records of the end-use