Isopentyl Butyrate from Germany
Isopentyl butyrate, also known as isoamyl butyrate, is the ester formed from isopentyl alcohol and butanoic acid. It is a key flavouring agent used widely in the food industry to impart banana notes to products. As an ester of a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid, it falls under tariff item 2915.60.00.
Duty Rate — Germany → Canada
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Import Tips
• Ensure the product is clearly labelled as a flavouring ester for food use and provide a safety data sheet if required by the CBSA
• Verify that the ester meets Canadian food additive regulations if intended for human consumption
• Keep commercial invoices detailed to support the tariff classification