Benzaldehyde FCC Grade
Benzaldehyde FCC Grade is a chemically defined cyclic aldehyde without other oxygen function, approved for direct food use as an almond flavoring in beverages and confectionery. It meets the Food Chemicals Codex standards and falls under tariff item 2912.21.00 as benzaldehyde.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If used as a flavoring compound for food or beverages
Flavoring preparations containing benzaldehyde may be classified under odoriferous substances for food industry.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product meets Canadian Food and Drug Regulations for food additives
• Declare the correct HS code 2912.21.00 and provide a certificate of analysis to CBSA if requested
• Verify if a food import license is needed from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA)
Related Products under Tariff item 2912.21.00
Benzaldehyde for Dye Production
Benzaldehyde for Dye Production is a specialty grade diluted to standard strengths for azo dye couplers, per chapter note 1(h). It is a chemically defined cyclic aldehyde without other oxygen function, classifiable under tariff item 2912.21.00.
Benzaldehyde USP Grade
Benzaldehyde USP Grade is a pharmaceutical-grade pure cyclic aldehyde used as a flavoring agent and chemical intermediate. It is a separate chemically defined compound under chapter note 1(a), classifiable under tariff item 2912.21.00.
Benzaldehyde with Stabilizer
Stabilized Benzaldehyde containing BHT preservative is included under tariff item 2912.21.00 per chapter note 1(f), as the stabilizer is necessary for preservation or transport. It remains a chemically defined cyclic aldehyde without other oxygen function.
Industrial Benzaldehyde 99% Pure
Industrial Benzaldehyde 99% Pure is a high-purity cyclic aldehyde with characteristic almond odor, used for chemical synthesis and fragrance production. It is a separate chemically defined compound under chapter note 1(a), classifiable under tariff item 2912.21.00.
Natural-Sourced Benzaldehyde
Natural-Sourced Benzaldehyde isolated from bitter almond oil is chemically identical to synthetic benzaldehyde, a cyclic aldehyde without other oxygen function. It is classifiable under tariff item 2912.21.00 as a chemically defined compound, regardless of source.
Pharma Intermediate Benzaldehyde
Pharma Intermediate Benzaldehyde is a high-assay cyclic aldehyde purified for synthesis of APIs. It is a separate chemically defined compound under chapter note 1(a), classifiable under tariff item 2912.21.00 as benzaldehyde.