Vanillin from Mexico
Vanillin is an acyclic aldehyde (4-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzaldehyde) serving as the primary flavoring compound for vanilla taste in ice cream, beverages, and baked goods. 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 synthetic vanillin and not natural vanilla extract, which would classify in heading 33.02
• Provide a Certificate of Analysis to CBSA to confirm purity
• Check if the product requires a food additive notification under the Food and Drugs Act