Cashmeran (1,2,3,5,6,7-Hexahydro-1,1,2,6,6-pentamethyl-4(5H)-indenone) from Germany
Cashmeran is a polycyclic musk compound with a ketone structure, providing musky-woody amber notes in luxury perfumes and fabric softeners. Although described as an aromatic ether derivative in some trade contexts, its chemical structure is an indanone, which may be classified under ketone headings. Under tariff item 2909.30.00, it is treated as an aromatic ether when the ether function is the characteristic group.
Duty Rate — Germany → Canada
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May require HC Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients depending on intended use (HC13) and Canadian product category (HC01). Matching criteria: Starts With 2909. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
Import Tips
• Verify the chemical structure to confirm whether the ether or ketone function is dominant, as this affects classification
• Provide a certificate of analysis from the manufacturer to support the declared tariff item
• Consult a customs broker if the product is part of a fragrance compound