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Plain Toasted Bread Croutons

Plain toasted bread croutons are cubed, heavily toasted bread pieces used in salads or soups. They fall under this tariff item if they are specially formulated for special dietary use, such as being gluten-free or low-sodium, as defined by Health Canada.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

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1905.40.90Higher: 5.5% vs Free

If not special dietary

General category for other toasted bread products.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Confirm the croutons are not considered a separate product like a biscuit, which could change classification

• Provide evidence of special dietary formulation, such as a gluten-free certification

• Ensure the product's packaging complies with Canadian labeling regulations for special dietary foods

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