Aspartame from China
Aspartame is the methyl ester of aspartyl-phenylalanine, an artificial sweetener with a dipeptide structure containing an amide linkage. It is classified as an aromatic cyclic amide derivative under tariff item 2924.29.00. The product is a separate chemically defined organic compound used in food and beverage applications.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
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Import Tips
• Verify whether aspartame requires a food additive notification under the Food and Drugs Act before importation
• Provide a certificate of analysis showing the product meets food-grade specifications
• Keep documentation of the intended use in food products for CBSA review