Monosodium Citrate Fine Powder
> Monosodium citrate fine powder, an acid salt of citric acid used as a dough conditioner and buffering agent. It is a separate chemically defined compound and a salt of citric acid, classified under 2918.15.00.
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 powder is blended with other additives
Mixtures of chemicals not elsewhere specified fall under Chapter 38.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• > Confirm the exact chemical identity (monosodium vs. trisodium) on the commercial invoice to avoid classification disputes
• If used in food, ensure compliance with Health Canada's food additive regulations
• Keep a Certificate of Analysis to demonstrate purity and support the tariff classification
Related Products under Tariff item 2918.15.00
Acetyl Triethyl Citrate
> Acetyl triethyl citrate, an ester of citric acid used as a plasticizer for PVC in medical devices and food contact materials. As an ester of citric acid, it is classified under 2918.15.00, which covers both salts and esters.
Ammonium Citrate Dibasic
> Ammonium citrate dibasic, a salt of citric acid used as a rust inhibitor and soldering flux. It is a separate chemically defined compound, classified under 2918.15.00 as a salt of citric acid.
Anticoagulant Sodium Citrate Solution 3.2%
> A 3.2% sodium citrate solution used as an anticoagulant in blood collection tubes. Although presented as a solution, it is a stabilized preparation of a named salt of citric acid, and the solvent is necessary for its function and transport, consistent with Chapter 29 Note 1(e).
Calcium Citrate Tetrahydrate
> Calcium citrate tetrahydrate, a salt of citric acid used as a calcium supplement and antacid. As a separate chemically defined compound, it is classified under 2918.15.00 per Chapter 29 Note 1(a).
Citric Acid Monosodium Salt
> Citric acid monosodium salt, an acid salt of citric acid used as an acidulant and buffering agent in foods. It is a separate chemically defined compound, classified under 2918.15.00 as a salt of citric acid.
Citric Acid Trisodium Salt USP
> Trisodium citrate USP grade, a high-purity salt of citric acid, used in hemodialysis and pharmaceutical manufacturing. As a separate chemically defined compound, it is covered by Chapter 29 Note 1(a) and classified as a salt of citric acid.