Galacto-Oligosaccharide Lactose Powder from United States
> Galacto-oligosaccharide (GOS) lactose powder is a prebiotic powder produced from lactose via enzymatic conversion, used in infant nutrition for gut health. Although modified, it remains a lactose-based sugar in solid form and is not a syrup or flavoured product. It falls under tariff item 1702.19.00 as other lactose in solid form, provided it does not exceed the non-sugar solids limit.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
6%
Import Tips
• > Confirm the GOS content and ensure the product is not classified as a medicament (Chapter 30) if it has therapeutic claims
• Provide a technical data sheet to the CBSA showing the lactose and GOS composition
• If used in infant formula, comply with CFIA regulations and provide the necessary documentation