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Zwieback Rusks

Zwieback rusks are twice-baked, dry, crispy biscuits made from wheat flour, sugar, and eggs, often flavored with vanilla or anise. They qualify under this tariff item as classic rusks if they meet Health Canada's special dietary definition, such as being easily digestible for infants.

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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Alternative Classifications

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1905.40.90Higher: 5.5% vs Free

If not special dietary

For other rusks and toasted products.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Ensure the product is specifically formulated for special dietary use, such as for weaning or low-allergen diets

• Provide documentation from the manufacturer about the product's special dietary properties

• Verify that the product does not contain meat or fish, which would move it to Chapter 16

Related Products under Tariff item 1905.40.10

Anise Flavored Zwieback

Anise-flavored zwieback rusks are double-baked bread slices with aromatic anise seasoning, offering a crisp texture. They qualify as rusks or similar toasted products under this tariff item, provided they meet Health Canada's special dietary definition, such as being formulated for specific nutritional needs.

Buttered Melba Toast

Buttered melba toast consists of very thin, toasted bread slices brushed with butter, providing a light, crispy texture. It falls under this tariff item as a similar toasted product if it is specially formulated for special dietary use, as defined by Health Canada.

Garlic Toasted Bread Slices

Garlic toasted bread slices are pre-toasted with garlic seasoning, designed for quick appetizers. They are classifiable under this tariff item if they meet Health Canada's special dietary definition, such as being low-sodium or gluten-free.

Italian Fette Biscottate

Italian fette biscottate are rectangular, twice-baked bread slices with a crunchy texture, often eaten at breakfast. They qualify as rusks or similar toasted products under this tariff item when they meet Health Canada's special dietary definition, such as being enriched with vitamins or minerals.

Melba Toast Rounds

Melba toast rounds are very thin, crispy toasted bread slices, typically served with appetizers. They fall under this tariff item as similar toasted products if they are specially formulated for special dietary needs, such as being low-carb or high-fiber.

Oatmeal Rusks

Oatmeal rusks are hearty, twice-baked biscuits made from oats and wheat, ideal for dunking. They are classifiable under this tariff item if they meet Health Canada's special dietary definition, such as being high in fiber or suitable for diabetic diets.