SDA-3C Denatured Alcohol for Inks
SDA-3C Denatured Alcohol for Inks is a specially denatured alcohol formula consisting of ethanol with methanol and acetone, used as a solvent in flexographic printing inks. It falls under tariff item 2207.20.11 because it is a specially denatured alcohol within the meaning of the Excise Act, 2001, and is not prepared for culinary purposes or rendered unsuitable as a beverage.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the alcohol is denatured but not 'specially denatured' under the Excise Act, 2001
This item covers denatured alcohol that does not meet the specific 'specially denatured' criteria.
If the denatured alcohol is not covered by the Excise Act, 2001 definitions
This is a residual classification for other denatured ethyl alcohol not specified elsewhere.
If the product is not ethyl alcohol but other denatured spirits
This item covers other denatured spirits of any strength, not specifically ethyl alcohol.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product meets the definition of 'specially denatured alcohol' under the Excise Act, 2001, and obtain any necessary excise licenses or permits from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) before importing
• Provide a certificate of analysis or formulation to the CBSA to confirm the denaturant composition
• Verify that the alcohol strength is 80% vol or higher to stay within heading 22.07
Related Products under Tariff item 2207.20.11
Flexographic Ink Denatured Alcohol SDA 29
> This is SDA 29 formula denatured alcohol, using methanol and MIBK as denaturants, approved exclusively for flexographic printing ink production. The government-specified denaturant formula qualifies it as specially denatured alcohol under the Excise Act, 2001. It is intended for a specific industrial use, placing it under tariff item 2207.20.11.
Industrial Denatured Alcohol SDA 40B
> This is Specially Denatured Alcohol formula 40B, containing tert-butyl alcohol and denatonium benzoate, used in cosmetic and pharmaceutical manufacturing. The formula is government-approved under the Excise Act, 2001 as specially denatured alcohol. It is unfit for beverage use and intended for specific industrial applications, so it falls under tariff item 2207.20.11.
Ink Manufacturing Denatured Spirit
> This is denatured ethyl alcohol SDA 3A formula, approved for flexographic and gravure ink production. It is rendered undrinkable with denaturants per government regulations. The formula is specially denatured under the Excise Act, 2001, making it classifiable under tariff item 2207.20.11.