Triphenylmethanol (Trityl Alcohol) from Japan
Triphenylmethanol, also known as trityl alcohol, is a chemically defined aromatic cyclic alcohol (C19H16O) used primarily as a protecting group in organic synthesis and as an intermediate in pharmaceutical manufacturing. It falls under tariff item 2906.29.00 as an 'other' aromatic cyclic alcohol, being a separate chemically defined organic compound not elsewhere specified. Its classification is consistent with Chapter 29 Note 1(a), which covers separate chemically defined organic compounds, whether or not containing impurities.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
Import Tips
• Ensure the product is a pure, chemically defined compound; if it contains stabilizers or solvents, verify they are solely for safety or transport per Chapter 29 Note 1(e) or (f)
• Declare the correct 8-digit tariff item 2906.29.00 and be prepared to provide a Certificate of Analysis to the CBSA upon request
• If importing for pharmaceutical use, confirm whether any other Canadian regulations (e.g
• Health Canada) apply