Citric Acid Technical Grade from China
Technical grade citric acid (99% purity) for industrial uses like detergents and metal cleaning is classified under tariff item 2918.14.00. Lower purity than food or pharmaceutical grades still meets the definition of a chemically defined compound. The product's industrial use does not affect classification.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
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Import Tips
• Label the product as 'technical grade' and provide the purity percentage on the commercial invoice
• Ensure impurities are within acceptable limits for classification as the pure compound
• Be prepared to explain the industrial application to CBSA if requested