Sorbic Acid from Japan
Sorbic acid is a straight-chain unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid (hexa-2,4-dienoic acid) widely used as a food preservative. It qualifies under tariff item 2916.19.00 as a chemically defined unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid. The product meets Chapter 29 purity criteria and is not excluded by any legal note.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Ensure the product meets food-grade purity standards if intended for use as a preservative, and provide a certificate of analysis
• Declare whether the product is in powder or crystalline form, as this may affect handling and documentation
• Verify that no other additives render the product particularly suitable for a specific use, which could change classification