Lactose and lactose syrup HS 1702.11

Lactose and lactose syrup, containing at least 99% lactose, as anhydrous lactose

50%
US tariff US Section 338
2025 exports C$21M
Beyond the US C$21M ▲29% vs 2024

Where else to sell

1. South Africa

Canada already sells South Africa C$5.6M of lactose and lactose syrup ▲90% vs 2024.

2. China

China imports ~C$281M of lactose and lactose syrup a year (2023), 13 times Canada’s total exports of this product. Not among Canada’s top destinations in 2025.

3. New Zealand 0% Tariff free CPTPP

New Zealand imports ~C$175M of lactose and lactose syrup a year (2023). In a different region from the markets above.

The steps

  1. 1

    Funding route for food, drink and agri products is AgriMarketing, Market Diversification (AAFC), not CanExport. Check the current intake.

  2. 2

    Free help: Trade Commissioner Service desks for South Africa, China and New Zealand. Request "qualified contacts" (curated buyer and distributor lists).

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