Collagen Protein Casing for Italian Salami
Collagen protein casings tailored for dry-cured Italian salami, featuring a fibrous texture that mimics natural intestines for an authentic appearance and breathability. These hardened protein tubes are classified under tariff item 3917.10.00 as artificial guts of hardened protein, meeting the requirements for sausage casings in Canada.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Consumer Products Safety · May be required · on some HTS numbers under this code
May require HC Consumer Products Safety depending on intended use (HC21) and Canadian product category (HC29, HC30, HC31, HC32, HC33, HC34, HC35, HC36, HC37); or intended use (HC22, HC23, HC24, HC26, HC27) and Canadian product category (HC37), and on the full 10-digit classification number (only some numbers under this code are listed). Matching criteria: Equal To 3917100010; Equal To 3917100020; Equal To 3917100090; Equal To 3917100010; Equal To 3917100020; Equal To 3917100090. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the casings are presented as sheets or film rather than tubes
Plates, sheets, film, foil and strip of other plastics fall under heading 39.20, not tubes.
If the casings are cut to length and have sealed ends, making them finished articles
Finished articles of plastics not elsewhere specified fall under heading 39.26.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the casings are made of hardened protein (collagen) and are specifically for sausage encasing to qualify for 3917.10.00
• Verify the goods are not printed with motifs that would shift classification to Chapter 49
• Maintain supplier documentation on the protein composition for CBSA verification
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