Isovaleric Acid
Isovaleric acid, or 3-methylbutanoic acid, is a branched-chain saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid with five carbon atoms. It is commonly used in flavourings and perfumery for its pungent, cheesy odour. This acid is classified under tariff item 2915.60.00 as a pentanoic acid derivative.
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 the acid is not specifically a butanoic or pentanoic acid derivative
Other saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids are classified under this residual heading.
If imported as part of a flavouring mixture
Flavouring mixtures for food or drink are classified under this heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare the exact chemical name and purity on the customs invoice to avoid misclassification
• If the acid is used in food flavourings, confirm compliance with Health Canada regulations
• Provide a certificate of analysis if requested by the CBSA
Related Products under Tariff item 2915.60.00
2-Ethylbutyryl Chloride
2-Ethylbutyryl chloride is the acid chloride of 2-ethylbutanoic acid, a branched butanoic acid derivative. It is classified under tariff item 2915.60.00 as a halide of a butanoic acid, per Chapter 29 note 5(E). This compound is used as a synthetic intermediate for preparing esters and other derivatives.
2-Methylbutyric Acid
2-Methylbutyric acid is a branched saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid with five carbon atoms, specifically a butanoic acid derivative with a methyl group on the second carbon. It falls under tariff item 2915.60.00 as a butanoic acid. This compound is used in cheese flavor reproduction and pharmaceutical applications.
4-(4-Methylphenyl)butyric Acid
4-(4-Methylphenyl)butyric acid is a butanoic acid derivative with a para-methylphenyl substituent on the fourth carbon. It qualifies as a butanoic acid under tariff item 2915.60.00, which covers butanoic acids, pentanoic acids, their salts and esters. This compound is primarily used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, including non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.
4-Phenylbutyric Acid
4-Phenylbutyric acid is a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid with a phenyl group attached to the fourth carbon of the butanoic acid chain. It falls under tariff item 2915.60.00 as a butanoic acid derivative. This compound is used in pharmaceutical research, particularly as a chemical chaperone in protein folding studies.
4-Phenylbutyric Acid Anhydride
4-Phenylbutyric acid anhydride is the symmetric anhydride formed from two molecules of 4-phenylbutyric acid. It is classified under tariff item 2915.60.00 as an anhydride of a butanoic acid derivative. This compound is used as an acylation agent in organic synthesis, particularly for introducing the 4-phenylbutyryl group.
4-Phenylbutyryl Chloride
4-Phenylbutyryl chloride is the acid chloride derivative of 4-phenylbutyric acid, formed by replacing the hydroxyl group with a chlorine atom. It is classified under tariff item 2915.60.00 as a halide of a butanoic acid derivative, per Chapter 29 note 5(E). This reactive intermediate is used in organic synthesis to prepare esters and amides.