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Crystal Hot Sauce from Mexico

Crystal Hot Sauce is a vinegar-based hot sauce that includes aged cayenne peppers and a tomato blend. It falls under this tariff item as an 'other' tomato sauce because the tomato component is integral to its preparation, setting it apart from sauces without tomatoes.

Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada

12.5%

Import Tips

• Review the ingredient list to ensure tomatoes are present and listed prominently

• If the sauce is predominantly pepper-based, consider whether a different classification applies

• Keep records of the recipe or formulation to support your tariff classification during CBSA inspections