Powdered Agar-Agar from China
Powdered agar-agar is a gelatinous substance extracted from red algae, primarily Gelidium and Gracilaria species, used as a thickening agent in food applications. It falls under tariff item 1302.31.00 as unmodified agar-agar.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
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Import Tips
• Ensure the powder is pure agar-agar with no added sugars or flavorings
• Declare the product's food use to the CBSA
• Keep supplier documentation on the algae species for classification verification