2,2,4-Trimethylpentane (Isooctane) from Japan
Isooctane, or 2,2,4-trimethylpentane, is a highly branched saturated acyclic C8 hydrocarbon used as a gasoline octane booster and reference fuel. It falls under tariff item 2901.10.00 as a saturated acyclic hydrocarbon.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Confirm that the product is a separate chemically defined compound and not a mixture of isomers
• If the isooctane is derived from petroleum, ensure that it is not classified elsewhere in Chapter 27
• Keep documentation of the production process and purity for CBSA