Potassium Benzoate Crystals
Potassium benzoate crystals are the potassium salt of benzoic acid, commonly used as an antimicrobial preservative in acidic foods and soft drinks. As a salt of benzoic acid, it falls under tariff item 2916.31.00.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is a different aromatic acid salt
Other aromatic monocarboxylic acid salts are classified elsewhere.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product meets Health Canada food additive regulations
• Provide a certificate of analysis showing potassium benzoate content
• Declare the product as a food preservative for accurate classification
Related Products under Tariff item 2916.31.00
Ammonium Benzoate Powder
Ammonium benzoate powder is the ammonium salt of benzoic acid, used as a corrosion inhibitor and chemical intermediate. As a salt of benzoic acid, it falls under tariff item 2916.31.00, which covers benzoic acid, its salts and esters.
Benzoic Acid 99.9% Technical Grade
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Benzoic Acid Flakes USP Grade
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Benzoic Acid Single Crystals
Benzoic acid single crystals are laboratory-grade, pure benzoic acid used for crystallographic research and calibration standards. As a separate chemically defined organic compound, it is classified under tariff item 2916.31.00 for benzoic acid.
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