Glyceryl Monolaurate (Monolaurin)
Monolaurin, or glyceryl monolaurate, is a glycerol ether with lauric acid, known for antimicrobial properties. It is used in food preservation and cosmetics. It is classified under tariff item 2909.49.00 as an 'other' ether-alcohol, given its glycerol ether structure and chemical definition.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is classified as an ester of lauric acid
The ester functionality could lead to classification under carboxylic acid esters.
If the product is put up for retail sale as a cosmetic
Products put up for retail sale as cosmetics may be classified in Chapter 34.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is declared as a chemically defined compound with appropriate documentation
• Verify if the product meets Canadian food additive regulations if used in food products
• Keep records of the product's purity and source
Related Products under Tariff item 2909.49.00
1-Methoxy-2-propanol Acetate
1-Methoxy-2-propanol acetate is a glycol ether ester used as an active solvent in nail lacquers, industrial coatings, and printing inks. Its aromatic ether structure and high solvency power make it a key ingredient in formulations requiring slow evaporation and good flow. It is classified under tariff item 2909.49.00 as an ether-alcohol derivative, specifically as an 'other' ether-alcohol not elsewhere specified.
1-Methoxy-2-Propanol Acetate
1-Methoxy-2-Propanol Acetate (PMA) is an ester of an ether-alcohol used in electronics coatings. Under Chapter 29 Note 5, esters of acid-function compounds with organic compounds are classified with the compound that occurs last in numerical order, placing it under tariff item 2909.49.00 as an ether-alcohol derivative.
1-Phenoxy-2-propanol
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2-(2-Methoxyethoxy)Ethanol
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