Glycidol (2,3-Epoxy-1-propanol) from Japan
Glycidol, also known as 2,3-epoxy-1-propanol, is an epoxy alcohol with a three-membered epoxide ring and a hydroxyl group. It is used as a reactive diluent in epoxy resin formulations and as an intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis. This product falls under tariff item 2910.90.00 as an 'other' epoxide with a three-membered ring, since it is not specifically listed in other subheadings of heading 29.10.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
Import Tips
• Ensure the product is pure and not mixed with other isomers, unless it is a mixture of isomers of the same compound, which is allowed under Chapter 29 Note 1(b)
• If the product is dissolved in water or another solvent, confirm that the solution is for safety or transport only
• Declare the correct tariff code and be prepared to provide a safety data sheet to the CBSA