Denatured Ethanol for Pharmaceutical Extraction from United States
Denatured ethanol for pharmaceutical extraction is ethyl alcohol denatured for use as an extraction solvent in herbal pharmaceutical manufacturing. It is classified under this tariff item as other denatured spirits because it is not specifically for fuel use and is not specially denatured under the Excise Act. The product's use in extraction does not make it a medicament under chapter 30.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
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Import Tips
• Ensure the denaturant is acceptable for pharmaceutical extraction and does not render the product a medicament
• Provide a certificate of analysis showing the alcoholic strength and denaturant composition
• Verify if a Health Canada permit is required for the extraction solvent