Dibutyl Maleate from Japan
Dibutyl maleate, an ester of maleic acid with butanol, used as a reactive diluent in unsaturated polyester resins and copolymer production. Per Chapter 29 Note 5(A), esters of acid-function organic compounds are classified with the compound that occurs last in numerical order; here, the ester is classified under 2917.19.00 as an 'Other' acyclic polycarboxylic acid derivative.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Confirm the ester classification under Chapter 29 Note 5(A) and have the chemical structure documentation ready
• The MFN duty rate applies to imports from WTO members
• Consult a customs broker for accurate classification