Chile Saltpeter Sodium Nitrate from United States
Natural sodium nitrate extracted from caliche deposits, historically known as Chile saltpeter, used in fertilizers and food preservation. It is classified under tariff item 3102.50.00 as sodium nitrate, whether or not pure, per Chapter Note 2(a)(i). The product is not put up in retail packages, so it falls under this item.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
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Import Tips
• Verify the product is not mixed with other substances that could change its classification
• If intended for food preservation, ensure compliance with Health Canada food additive regulations
• Provide documentation of the natural origin and purity to support the tariff classification