Cosmetic-Grade Agar-Agar from Germany
Cosmetic-grade agar-agar forms gels in hair products and creams from pure algae extract. It is a vegetable mucilage, not essential oil based, and falls under tariff item 1302.31.00 as unmodified agar-agar.
Duty Rate — Germany → Canada
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Import Tips
• Ensure the agar-agar is not mixed with cosmetic additives or fragrances, which could change classification
• Provide a certificate of analysis to the CBSA showing purity
• Check if the product is for personal care use to avoid food-specific regulations