Medicinal Potassium Salicylate from Japan
Potassium salicylate is an inorganic salt of salicylic acid, used in pharmaceutical applications. Under Chapter 29 Note 5(C)(1), inorganic salts of organic acids are classified with the parent organic compound, placing it under tariff item 2918.21.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Classify potassium salicylate under 2918.21.00 as a salt of salicylic acid
• Provide a certificate of analysis to confirm purity and identity
• Verify if any import permits are needed for pharmaceutical-grade substances