Bulk Lactose for Confectionery from Japan
> Bulk lactose for confectionery consists of coarse lactose crystals used in hard candy production to provide structure without dominating sweetness. It is a solid form of lactose not mixed with other sugars or additives. This product is classified under tariff item 1702.19.00 as other lactose in solid form, excluding flavoured or coloured variants.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
6%
Import Tips
• > Verify that the lactose is not chemically pure (if it is, consider heading 29.40) and that it contains no added flavouring or colouring
• Provide a technical data sheet to the CBSA showing the lactose content and absence of additives
• If the product is used for human consumption, ensure it meets Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) labelling requirements