Plum Stones Ground
Plum stones ground are ground plum stones used as a powder in baking, smoothies, or as a thickener in human food recipes, retaining their natural seed coat. They fall under tariff item 1212.99.00 as fruit stones, whether or not ground, of a kind used primarily for human consumption.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the ground stones are not mixed with other ingredients
• Provide a detailed product description to CBSA to confirm classification
• Verify that the product is not used as a supplement, which could fall under Chapter 30
Related Products under Tariff item 1212.99.00
Apricot Stone Powder Organic
Apricot stone powder organic is an organic-certified powder from ground apricot stones, used in health foods, smoothies, and as a gluten-free flour alternative. It falls under tariff item 1212.99.00 as fruit stones and kernels, whether or not ground, of a kind used primarily for human consumption.
Dried Apricot Kernels
Dried apricot kernels are dried kernels extracted from apricot stones, used in baking, confectionery, and as a snack or ingredient in almond-like products. They are classified under tariff item 1212.99.00 as fruit kernels of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified.
Dried Arame Seaweed
Dried arame seaweed is shredded and dried brown kelp used in salads, soups, and stir-fries for its mild flavor and nutrients. It is classified under tariff item 1212.99.00 as seaweeds and other algae of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified.
Dried Bladderwrack Kelp
Dried bladderwrack kelp is dried brown seaweed used in herbal teas, supplements, and traditional medicine for iodine content. It falls under tariff item 1212.99.00 as seaweeds and other algae of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified.
Dried Chlorella Algae
Dried chlorella algae is a single-cell green algae dried whole or cracked for detox supplements and food additive use in human diets. It is classified under tariff item 1212.99.00 as other algae of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified.
Dried Dulse Seaweed
Dried dulse seaweed (Palmaria palmata) is a red alga processed into flakes or whole fronds, commonly used as a snack or seasoning in soups and salads. It is classified under tariff item 1212.99.00 as other algae of a kind used primarily for human consumption, not elsewhere specified or included.