Sodium Alginate Powder from China
Sodium alginate powder is derived from alginic acid extracted from brown seaweed, a natural polysaccharide. It is used in food texturizing and biomedical applications such as wound dressings. Supplied in primary powder form, it qualifies as a natural polymer under tariff item 3913.90.00.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
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Import Tips
• Confirm the alginate is in primary powder form and not further processed into articles
• Provide a certificate of analysis showing the viscosity and purity
• Check with the CBSA for any food or pharmaceutical-specific import requirements