Buckwheat Puffs from China
Buckwheat puffs are produced by swelling and roasting buckwheat groats, transforming them into light, puffed cereal pieces suitable for breakfast or snacking. Although buckwheat is a pseudo-cereal, it is classified under heading 19.04 as a prepared food obtained by the swelling or roasting of cereal products. These puffs fall under tariff item 1904.10.41 when packaged in quantities not exceeding 454 g, as a breakfast cereal made from a non-maize grain.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
Import Tips
• Confirm that the buckwheat puffs are sold in retail packages of 454 g or less to meet the tariff item's weight requirement
• Since buckwheat is a pseudo-cereal, ensure the product is processed by swelling or roasting to qualify under heading 19.04
• Provide a detailed product description and processing method to CBSA to avoid classification disputes