Citral from Mexico
Citral is an acyclic aldehyde (3,7-dimethyl-2,6-octadienal) used primarily as a flavoring compound in lemon and citrus flavorings for foods and beverages. As a separate chemically defined compound without other oxygen functions, it falls under tariff item 2912.19.00 as 'Other' acyclic aldehydes.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
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Import Tips
• Ensure the product is citral (a mixture of geranial and neral) and not a single isomer, which may classify differently
• Provide a Certificate of Analysis to CBSA to confirm the isomer ratio
• Check if the product requires a food additive notification under the Food and Drugs Act