Zinc Silicate Aluminosilicate
Zinc silicate aluminosilicate is a synthetic molecular sieve and catalyst used in industrial separation and petrochemical processes. As an aluminosilicate, whether or not chemically defined, it is classified under tariff item 2842.90.00.
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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- CFIA
All Programs · Required
CANADIAN FOOD INSPECTION AGENCY: CFIA All Programs requires review / declaration data. CBSA's Single Window matching criteria match this classification number (Within Range 2842100000–2842900000).
- HC
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients · May be required
May require HC Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients depending on intended use (HC13) and Canadian product category (HC01). Matching criteria: Starts With 2842. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the aluminosilicate is a catalyst with added active agents
Catalytic preparations are classified in Chapter 38.
If formulated as a mixed chemical preparation
Other chemical products not elsewhere specified fall in Chapter 38.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the product is not a prepared catalyst of Chapter 38 if it is impregnated with active metals
• The CBSA may require a description of the manufacturing process for aluminosilicates
• If used as a molecular sieve, ensure it is not classified under heading 38.24 as a chemical preparation
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