Blue Band Margarine from Japan
Blue Band Margarine is a margarine made from palm and rapeseed oils, blended with skim milk powder, salt, and vitamins, commonly used for baking and spreading. As a solid, non-liquid margarine, it is classified under tariff item 1517.10.10, which covers margarine within the access commitment.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
7.5%
Import Tips
• Confirm the product is not liquid margarine, which would be classified elsewhere
• Secure a quota allocation for margarine imports to benefit from the within-access rate; otherwise, the over-access rate applies
• Keep records of the oil blend and milk content for CBSA inspection