Agar-agar HS 1302.31
Agar-agar
50%
US tariff US Section 338
2025 exports C$32k
Beyond the US C$19k
Where else to sell
1. Japan 0% Tariff free CPTPP
Japan imports ~C$70M of agar-agar a year (2023). Not among Canada’s top destinations in 2025.
2. Spain 0% Tariff free CETA
Spain imports ~C$20M of agar-agar a year (2023). In a different region from the markets above.
3. China
China imports ~C$18M of agar-agar a year (2023). Not among Canada’s top destinations in 2025.
The steps
- 1
Funding route for food, drink and agri products is AgriMarketing, Market Diversification (AAFC), not CanExport. Check the current intake.
- 2
Free help: Trade Commissioner Service desks for Japan, Spain and China. Request "qualified contacts" (curated buyer and distributor lists).
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