Cassiterite Concentrate (Natural SnO2) from Japan
Cassiterite concentrate is a natural mineral consisting primarily of tin dioxide (SnO2), typically above 70% purity. Although it is a mineral of natural origin, it is classified under Chapter 28 as a chemically defined tin oxide when it meets the purity criteria. Tariff item 2825.90.00 covers this product as an 'other' metal oxide.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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- CFIA
All Programs · Required
CANADIAN FOOD INSPECTION AGENCY: CFIA All Programs requires review / declaration data. CBSA's Single Window matching criteria match this classification number (Equal To 2825900000).
- HC
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients · May be required
May require HC Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients depending on intended use (HC13) and Canadian product category (HC01). Matching criteria: Starts With 2825. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
Import Tips
• Verify that the concentrate exceeds the purity threshold to qualify as a chemically defined compound; lower-grade ores may fall under Chapter 26
• Provide assay results to the CBSA to support classification
• Note that environmental and mining regulations may apply to natural mineral imports