Bisphenol A (2,2-Bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)propane)
Bisphenol A (BPA) is an organic compound with two phenol groups, used primarily as a monomer in the production of polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resins. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound, meeting the criteria of Chapter 29 Note 1(a). It is classified under monophenols as 'other' because it is not specifically named in other headings of the chapter.
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 2907190000–2907210000).
- 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 2907. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
- HC
Office of Controlled substances · May be required
May require HC Office of Controlled substances depending on intended use (HC01, HC02, HC10) and Canadian product category (HC19, HC20, HC22); or intended use (HC05, HC15, HC28) and Canadian product category (HC19, HC20, HC21, HC22). Matching criteria: Equal To 2907190000; Equal To 2907190000. 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 imported as a single chemical compound with two phenol groups and specifically named
Bisphenol A is a dihydric phenol; heading 2907.22 covers polyphenols, but note 3 to Chapter 29 classifies goods under the heading occurring last in numerical order, which is 2907.22.
If imported as a polymer (polycarbonate) in primary forms
Once polymerized, the product is no longer a phenol monomer and falls under plastics.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is pure Bisphenol A monomer; if mixed with other substances, classification may change
• Verify the end-use (polycarbonate vs. epoxy) as it may affect other regulatory requirements
• Keep a certificate of analysis to support the chemical identity for CBSA
Related Products under Tariff item 2907.19.00
2,3-Xylenol
2,3-Xylenol (2,3-dimethylphenol), a vicinal dimethyl monophenol used in specialty polymer synthesis and fragrance intermediates. This chemically defined compound is classified under tariff item 2907.19.00 as an other monophenol.
2,4,6-Trimethylphenol (Mesitol)
2,4,6-Trimethylphenol (mesitol), a trimethyl-substituted monophenol used in pharmaceutical synthesis and polymer stabilizers. Despite the trimethyl substitution, it is a chemically defined monophenol classified under tariff item 2907.19.00.
2,4,6-Tris(dimethylaminomethyl)phenol (Ancamine K54)
2,4,6-Tris(dimethylaminomethyl)phenol (Ancamine K54), a Mannich base monophenol used as an epoxy curing agent. This chemically defined compound is classified under tariff item 2907.19.00 as an other monophenol.
2,4-Xylenol Sodium Salt
The sodium salt of 2,4-xylenol, a water-soluble phenolate used as a chemical intermediate and buffering agent. Per Chapter 29 Note 5(C)(1), inorganic salts of organic compounds are classified with the parent organic compound, thus under tariff item 2907.19.00.
2,6-Di-tert-butyl-4-methylphenol (BHT)
2,6-Di-tert-butyl-4-methylphenol (BHT), a sterically hindered monophenol antioxidant used as a food preservative and stabilizer in plastics. This chemically defined compound is classified under tariff item 2907.19.00.
2,6-Di-tert-Butylphenol
2,6-Di-tert-Butylphenol is a sterically hindered alkylphenol used as an antioxidant stabilizer. It is a chemically defined monophenol with two tert-butyl groups. It is essential in polymers, fuels, and lubricants.