Coal Tar Creosote from Japan
Coal tar creosote is a distillate fraction obtained from coal tar, primarily used for wood preservation. It falls under this tariff item as a coal tar product that has not been further separated into specific aromatic compounds, remaining within the scope of tars distilled from coal.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
0%
Import Tips
• Ensure the creosote is not a separate chemically defined organic compound, as those are excluded from Chapter 27
• Verify the product's distillation profile to confirm it is not classified as a light oil under heading 2710
• Submit a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) to the CBSA if requested