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Ethyl 4-Chloro-3,5-dinitrobenzoate from China

Ethyl 4-chloro-3,5-dinitrobenzoate is an ethyl ester derivative of 4-chloro-3,5-dinitrobenzoic acid, classified under tariff item 2916.39.00 as an aromatic monocarboxylic acid derivative. Chapter 29 Note 5(B) directs esters of ethyl alcohol to be classified with the corresponding acid. It is commonly used in fine chemical synthesis for herbicides and pharmaceuticals.

Duty Rate — China → Canada

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PGA flags (2)Show detailsCFIAAll ProgramsRequiredHCActive Pharmaceutical IngredientsMay be required
  • CFIA

    All Programs · Required

    CANADIAN FOOD INSPECTION AGENCY: CFIA All Programs requires review / declaration data. CBSA's Single Window matching criteria match this classification number (Within Range 2916310000–2916390000).

  • 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 2916. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).

CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown

Import Tips

• Ensure the ester is not put up in measured doses or for retail sale, which would trigger Section VI Note 2

• Provide a detailed chemical analysis to confirm the ester is a separate chemically defined compound

• Check if the end-use in pharmaceuticals requires compliance with the Food and Drugs Act