Mandelic Acid Benzyl Ester from China
Mandelic acid benzyl ester is an ester of mandelic acid, an aromatic carboxylic acid with an alcohol function. Per Chapter 29 Note 5(A), it is classified with the acid component in this tariff item. It is used in organic synthesis and as a fragrance intermediate.
Duty Rate — China → 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 2918190000).
- 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 2918. 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 pure and free of residual mandelic acid
• Provide a certificate of analysis to confirm the benzyl ester structure
• If used in fragrances, check if any cosmetic regulations apply