Chipotle Tomato Sauce from China
Chipotle Tomato Sauce is a smoky sauce that blends chipotle peppers in adobo with tomatoes and spices, offering a rich, spicy flavor. It is classified under tariff item 2103.20.90 as an 'other tomato sauce' because its primary ingredient is tomato, with chipotle peppers serving as a seasoning. This sauce is commonly used in tacos, barbecue dishes, and as a condiment.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
12.5%
Import Tips
• Ensure the tomato content is dominant; if chipotle peppers are the main ingredient, classification could shift to other sauces
• Keep records of the recipe to demonstrate the sauce's tomato base to CBSA
• Verify whether the product contains any meat or dairy that might affect classification