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Maltose Powder from Beet Sugar

Chemically pure maltose in crystalline solid form, enzymatically derived from beet sugar. This product is specifically classified under tariff item 1702.90.40 as chemically pure maltose, which is explicitly included in the heading's scope. It contains no added flavors, colors, or other sugars, meeting the purity requirements for this tariff item.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6%—6%
🇲🇽Mexico6%—6%
🇺🇸United States6%—6%
🇩🇪Germany6%—6%
🇯🇵Japan6%—6%

More Specific Codes

This product may fall under a more specific subheading:

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1702.90.90Higher: 11% vs 6%

If the maltose is not chemically pure or contains impurities

Non-chemically pure maltose falls under the 'Other' tariff item in the same subheading.

1702.90.50Higher: 8.5% vs 6%

If the product is caramelized or colored

Coloring caramels are classified separately under this tariff item.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Ensure the product is certified as chemically pure maltose with documentation from the manufacturer

• Verify that it does not contain any added flavoring or coloring, as this would change classification

• Be prepared to provide a certificate of analysis to CBSA upon request