Potato-Based Pregel Starch for Pharmaceutical Capsules from United States
This is a pregelatinized potato dextrin used as a filler and disintegrant in pharmaceutical tablet formulations. It aids rapid dissolution in pharma applications. It is classified under tariff item 3505.10.20 as a pregelatinized starch.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
6.5%
Import Tips
• Ensure compliance with Health Canada regulations for pharmaceutical excipients
• Provide a letter of analysis confirming the starch is pregelatinized and not chemically modified
• Verify if the product requires a Drug Establishment Licence or import notification