Mandelic Acid Ethyl Ester from Germany
Mandelic acid ethyl ester is the ethyl ester of mandelic acid, an aromatic carboxylic acid with an alcohol function. Under Chapter 29 Note 5(A), esters are classified with the acid component, placing it in this tariff item. It is used as a chemical intermediate.
Duty Rate — Germany → Canada
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Import Tips
• Confirm the ester is a single compound and not a mixture with mandelic acid
• Keep documentation of the esterification process
• If used as an intermediate, declare the end use to support classification