Maleic Acid for Malic Acid Production from Germany
Technical maleic acid optimized for catalytic hydrogenation to L-malic acid has low sulfur (<10 ppm) and chloride (<5 ppm) for catalyst compatibility. It is a key intermediate for food acidulants and is classified as a separate chemically defined organic compound under tariff item 2917.19.00.
Duty Rate — Germany → Canada
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- 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 (Equal To 2917190000).
- 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 2917. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
Import Tips
• Provide a certificate of analysis showing sulfur and chloride levels to support the product's intended use
• Ensure the product is labeled as maleic acid (CAS 110-16-7) on all documents
• If used in food acidulant production, verify compliance with Health Canada regulations