Valproic Acid Research Grade
High-purity research-grade valproic acid for laboratory studies on histone deacetylase inhibition. It meets Chapter 29 criteria as a chemically defined saturated monocarboxylic acid and is classified under tariff item 2915.90.00.
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 |
PGA flags (3)Show detailsHide detailsCFIAAll ProgramsMay be requiredHCActive Pharmaceutical IngredientsMay be requiredHCOffice of Controlled substancesMay be required
- CFIA
All Programs · May be required · on some HTS numbers under this code
May require CFIA All Programs depending on the full 10-digit classification number (only some numbers under this code are listed). Matching criteria: Within Range 2915500030–2915900000. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code).
- HC
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients · May be required
May require HC Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients depending on intended use (HC13) and Canadian product category (HC01). Matching criteria: Starts With 2915. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
- HC
Office of Controlled substances · May be required
May require HC Office of Controlled substances depending on intended use (HC01, HC02, HC10) and Canadian product category (HC19, HC20, HC22); or intended use (HC05, HC15, HC28) and Canadian product category (HC19, HC20, HC21, HC22). Matching criteria: Starts With 29159000; Starts With 29159000. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
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2-Methylbutyric Acid
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2-Propylvaleric Acid Technical Grade
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Capric Acid Coconut Derived Pure
Capric acid (C10 saturated fatty acid) isolated from coconut oil for pharmaceutical applications. High-purity (>99%) white crystalline powder. Classified as a vegetable-derived saturated monocarboxylic acid under this tariff item.
Caprylic Acid (Fractionated Coconut)
Caprylic acid (octanoic acid, C8:0) is a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid derived from coconut oil through fractionation. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound, meeting the criteria of Chapter 29 Note 1(a). It is used in the production of MCT oils, antimicrobials, and as a chemical intermediate.
Caprylic Acid Vegetable Fractionated
Caprylic acid (C8 medium-chain fatty acid) from coconut or palm kernel fractionation for nutritional supplements. High purity (>98%) with stabilizer permitted by Chapter 29 notes. Classified as a chemically defined vegetable fatty acid under this tariff item.