Lactose-Free Margarine
Lactose-Free Margarine uses purified vegetable oils and plant-based emulsifiers, avoiding dairy traces for sensitive consumers. It is a solid emulsion that qualifies as margarine, not liquid, and falls under tariff item 1517.10.20 for over access commitment imports.
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
• Confirm the product is solid margarine and not liquid
• Verify lactose-free claims meet Canadian labeling standards
• Secure an import permit for over access commitment imports
Related Products under Tariff item 1517.10.20
Becel Original Margarine
Becel Original Margarine is a spreadable butter substitute made from a blend of vegetable oils including rapeseed and sunflower, emulsified with water, salt, and emulsifiers. It is a solid margarine, not liquid, and qualifies under tariff item 1517.10.20 as an over access commitment import.
Blue Band Margarine
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. It is a non-liquid margarine, fitting the tariff item for over access commitment imports.
Canola Margarine Spread
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Country Crock Original Spread
Country Crock Original Spread is a margarine-style spread from soybean oil, water, and natural flavors, designed for table use with 70% vegetable oil content. It is a solid margarine preparation, not liquid, and qualifies under tariff item 1517.10.20 for over access commitment imports.
Flora Light Margarine
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I Can't Believe It's Not Butter Original
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