Myristic Acid (Nutmeg Butter) from United States
Myristic acid (tetradecanoic acid, C14:0) is a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid extracted from nutmeg butter or palm kernel oil. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound, meeting Chapter 29 Note 1(a). It is used in cosmetics and as a food emulsifier.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
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Import Tips
• Verify that the product is a single chemically defined compound and not a mixture of fatty acids
• If it is derived from palm kernel oil, ensure the documentation shows the isolation process
• Declare the product under tariff item 2915.90.00 with the correct HS code on CBSA forms