Food Grade Calcium Carbonate E170 from Canada
E170 food additive calcium carbonate used as acidity regulator, anticaking agent, and nutrient source, classified under HTS 2836.50.00.00. Meets FCC standards for direct food contact applications.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include FDA GRAS affirmation letters and kosher/halal certifications if applicable
• Test for arsenic (<3 ppm) and lead (<2 ppm) per food chemical codex specs
• Declare as 'food additive' on commercial invoice to expedite CBP review