Mandelic Acid from China
Mandelic acid (alpha-hydroxyphenylacetic acid) is an aromatic alpha-hydroxy acid with both carboxylic acid and alcohol functions on adjacent carbon atoms. It is used in skincare products and as a chemical intermediate. This product falls under tariff item 2918.19.00 as an 'Other' carboxylic acid with alcohol function.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
PGA flags (2)Show detailsHide detailsCFIAAll ProgramsRequiredHCActive Pharmaceutical IngredientsMay be required
- 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
• If mandelic acid is imported for cosmetic use, ensure it is not classified as a cosmetic product under Chapter 33; the chemical itself remains under 2918.19.00
• Keep the product in its original chemical form to avoid reclassification