Crosslinked Potato Starch from United States
Crosslinked potato starch is a modified starch where chemical bridges are introduced to improve heat and shear resistance, making it ideal for gravies and other processed foods. The chemical modification places it under tariff item 3505.10.19 as an 'other' esterified or etherified starch, distinct from pregelatinized or soluble starches.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
8%
Import Tips
• Ensure the starch is chemically modified and not merely pregelatinized to qualify under 3505.10.19
• Keep certificates of analysis showing the modification process for CBSA review
• Verify the end use to avoid misclassification under other starch headings