Hydroxyphenyl Ethanol Ether
Hydroxyphenyl ethanol ethers provide rose and green flavors in beverage compounds. These are ether-alcohol-phenol derivatives that are chemically defined, classified in heading 29.09 as odoriferous compounds.
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 2909490090–2909500000).
- 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 2909. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported as part of a flavoring preparation
Flavoring mixtures are classified in Chapter 33.
If the compound is primarily an ether-alcohol without the phenol function
Ether-alcohols are classified in subheading 2909.49.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the exact substitution pattern on the phenyl ring, as different isomers may have different classifications
• Have the certificate of analysis showing the specific structure ready
• Verify whether the compound is permitted as a food flavoring in Canada
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4-Ethylguaiacol is a chemically defined ether-phenol compound with the molecular formula C9H12O2, featuring a guaiacol structure with an ethyl substituent at the 4-position. Its high purity and chemical identity qualify it under Chapter 29, regardless of its intended use as a pharmaceutical precursor. This product falls under tariff item 2909.50.00 as a specific ether-phenol derivative.
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4-Ethylguaiacol is a chemically defined ether-phenol compound with the molecular formula C9H12O2, featuring a guaiacol structure with an ethyl substituent at the 4-position. It is a specific ether-phenol derivative that qualifies under Chapter 29 note (a) as a separate chemically defined organic compound. This product falls under tariff item 2909.50.00.