Food Grade Magnesium Chloride
Food-grade magnesium chloride (E511) is a chemically defined salt used as a firming agent in tofu and cheese production. It is a chloride of magnesium, classified under tariff item 2827.31.00, and meets the purity and safety standards for food use.
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 |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide a certificate of analysis and food-grade certification (e.g
• Kosher, Halal) to expedite CBSA clearance
• Ensure the product is labeled with its E-number and intended food use
• Check with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) for any additional import requirements
Related Products under Tariff item 2827.31.00
Anhydrous Magnesium Chloride
Anhydrous magnesium chloride (MgCl2) is a pure, water-free chemical compound used in industrial processes such as titanium production and catalyst manufacturing. It is a separate chemically defined compound of magnesium, falling under tariff item 2827.31.00 as a chloride of magnesium.
Laboratory Reagent Magnesium Chloride
Laboratory reagent magnesium chloride is an ultra-high-purity, chemically defined compound used in analytical chemistry and molecular biology. It is a chloride of magnesium, classified under tariff item 2827.31.00, and is imported in small quantities for research purposes.
Magnesium Chloride Flakes
Magnesium chloride flakes are produced by crystallizing MgCl2 solutions and are used for dust control and concrete acceleration. This form is a chloride of magnesium, classified under tariff item 2827.31.00, and meets the chapter's requirements for chemically defined compounds.
Magnesium Chloride for Grignard Reagent Production
High-purity magnesium chloride for Grignard reagent production is a chemically defined compound used as a chemical intermediate in organic synthesis. It is a chloride of magnesium, classified under tariff item 2827.31.00, and is essential for producing organomagnesium compounds.
Magnesium Chloride Hexahydrate
Magnesium chloride hexahydrate (MgCl2·6H2O) is a chemically defined inorganic salt used as a de-icing agent and dust suppressant. It is a chloride of magnesium, classified under tariff item 2827.31.00, and is a hydrated form of the base compound.
Magnesium Chloride Solution 35%
A 35% aqueous solution of magnesium chloride is used for dust suppression on unpaved roads. It is a solution of a chemically defined compound in water, classified under tariff item 2827.31.00, as the solvent does not render it suitable for a specific use.