Pharmaceutical Guaifenesin API from China
Pharmaceutical Guaifenesin API is the active pharmaceutical ingredient 3-(2-methoxyphenoxy)-1,2-propanediol, a chemically defined aromatic ether-alcohol for mucolytic formulations. It falls under tariff item 2909.49.00 as 'Other' ether-alcohols, meeting Chapter 29 note 1(a) for separate chemically defined organic compounds. The product is imported in bulk for cough syrup manufacturing.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
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Import Tips
• Obtain a Drug Establishment Licence from Health Canada before importing the API
• Provide a certificate of analysis and ensure the product is labeled as an active pharmaceutical ingredient for CBSA clearance