Dried Lotus Root Powder from Mexico
Dried lotus root powder is made from dried and ground lotus roots (Nelumbo nucifera), used as a thickening agent in Asian cuisine and in traditional medicine. It is classified under tariff item 1404.90.00 as a vegetable product derived from roots, not elsewhere specified or included, as it is not a flour of Chapter 11 nor a prepared food.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
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Import Tips
• Confirm the powder is made solely from lotus roots without added starches or flours, as mixtures may be classified under Chapter 11 or 21
• If the powder is marketed as a health supplement with specific dosage instructions, it may be classified as a medicament under Chapter 30
• Keep documentation of the manufacturing process to support the classification as a raw vegetable product