Polyglycerol Polyricinoleate (PGPR) from Germany
Polyglycerol polyricinoleate (PGPR) is an ester of polymerized glycerol with ricinoleic acid from castor oil, used as a chocolate emulsifier. It meets the non-ionic surface-active agent criteria in Chapter 34 Note 3, functioning as a water-in-oil emulsifier. It is classified under tariff item 3402.42.90 as an 'other' non-ionic organic surface-active agent.
Duty Rate — Germany → Canada
6.5%
Import Tips
• Ensure the product meets food-grade standards for chocolate applications and provide a certificate of analysis
• Confirm the non-ionic surfactant properties with surface tension data as per Chapter 34 Note 3
• Check if the product requires a food additive notification under Canadian regulations