Propionic Acid USP Grade
USP-grade propionic acid is high-purity propionic acid meeting pharmacopeia standards for pharmaceutical and food applications. As a separate chemically defined organic compound, it falls under tariff item 2915.50.00. It meets Chapter 29 note 1(a).
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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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide a certificate of analysis showing USP compliance
• Check if the product requires a Drug Establishment Licence (DEL) from Health Canada
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Related Products under Tariff item 2915.50.00
Ammonium Propionate
Ammonium propionate is the ammonium salt of propionic acid, used as a dough conditioner. Per Chapter 29 note 5(C)(1), inorganic salts of organic compounds are classified with the parent organic compound. Thus, it falls under tariff item 2915.50.00.
Aromatic Propionic Acid Ester (Ethyl 3-Phenylpropanoate)
Ethyl 3-phenylpropanoate is an aromatic ester of propionic acid where the propyl chain is substituted with a phenyl group. It falls under tariff item 2915.50.00 as an ester of propionic acid. The aromatic substitution does not change the acid base.
Benzyl Propionate
Benzyl propionate is the benzyl ester of propionic acid, used in fruit flavor formulations. As an ester of propionic acid, it falls under tariff item 2915.50.00. The ester classification follows Chapter 29 note 5(A).
Cinnamic Acid Propyl Ester
Propyl cinnamate is an ester derived from cinnamic acid, which is an aromatic propionic acid structure. It is used in cosmetics and perfumes. As an ester of propionic acid, it falls under tariff item 2915.50.00.
Glacial Propionic Acid
Glacial propionic acid is the anhydrous, nearly 100% pure form of propionic acid, a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid. It is used in organic synthesis and as a mold inhibitor. As a separate chemically defined organic compound, it falls under tariff item 2915.50.00.
Hydrocinnamic Acid Methyl Ester
Methyl 3-phenylpropanoate, also known as hydrocinnamic acid methyl ester, is an aromatic propionic acid ester used in fragrances. It falls under tariff item 2915.50.00 as an ester of propionic acid. The phenyl group is a substituent on the propionic acid chain.