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Raw Meerschaum Ore from Japan

Raw meerschaum ore, a natural hydrated magnesium silicate in rough form, prized for pipe carving. It is explicitly included in tariff item 2530.90.00 as meerschaum not in polished pieces, per Chapter 25 note 4.

Duty Rate — Japan → Canada

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    CANADIAN FOOD INSPECTION AGENCY: CFIA All Programs requires review / declaration data. CBSA's Single Window matching criteria match this classification number (Within Range 2530100000–2530900000).

CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown

Import Tips

• Ensure the meerschaum is not polished or worked after extraction

• Declare it as 'meerschaum, crude' to align with tariff item 2530.90.00

• Keep records of the mineral's origin for CBSA verification