Caprylic Acid (Fractionated Coconut) from Japan
Caprylic acid (octanoic acid) is a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid with the formula C8H16O2, derived from coconut oil through fractionation. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound that meets the criteria of Chapter 29 Note 1(a), and is not excluded by any Chapter 29 Note. This product falls under tariff item 2915.90.00 as an 'other' saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
Import Tips
• Ensure the product is a separate chemically defined compound with a purity level suitable for industrial use; if it contains impurities, they must be incidental
• Keep certificates of analysis showing the C8 content and absence of added substances that would render it suitable for a specific use
• Declare the product under tariff item 2915.90.00 and be prepared to provide a technical datasheet to the CBSA upon request