Exaltolide (Cyclopentadecanolide) from China
Exaltolide, or cyclopentadecanolide, is a macrocyclic lactone musk providing creamy, natural musky effects in perfumes. Although it is a lactone, it is imported under tariff item 2909.30.00 when used as an odoriferous compound in fragrance applications. The tariff item covers aromatic ethers and derivatives, and this product is classified here per trade practice.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
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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 2909. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
Import Tips
• Confirm the chemical structure: if the lactone ring is the defining feature, heading 2932 may be more appropriate
• Keep a technical dossier to justify classification under 2909.30.00
• If the product is part of a fragrance compound, declare it under Chapter 33 instead