Pharmaceutical Salicylic Acid Crystals
Salicylic acid is a separate chemically defined organic compound with a phenol function and a carboxylic acid group, falling under heading 29.18. This high-purity crystalline form is intended for compounding in medicinal creams and lotions for psoriasis and acne therapy. It meets the criteria of Chapter 29 Note 1(a) as a chemically defined organic compound.
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 |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If packaged in measured doses or for retail sale as a medicament
Section VI Note 2 directs retail-packaged medicaments to heading 30.04.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the purity meets pharmaceutical standards and provide a certificate of analysis
• If the crystals are packaged for retail sale as a medicament, check if heading 30.04 applies
• Ensure proper labelling with the chemical name and CAS number for CBSA clearance
Related Products under Tariff item 2918.21.00
Calcium Salicylate Fine Chemical
Calcium salicylate is an inorganic salt of salicylic acid, an organic compound with a phenol function. Under Chapter 29 Note 5(C)(1), inorganic salts of organic compounds are classified in the heading appropriate to the organic compound, which is salicylic acid in heading 29.18. This fine chemical serves as a lubricant additive and pharmaceutical intermediate.
Choline Salicylate Solution 50%
Choline salicylate 50% aqueous solution is an organic salt formed between salicylic acid and choline, classified under Chapter 29 Note 5(C)(2) to the heading of the acid or base occurring last in numerical order, which is salicylic acid in heading 29.18. The aqueous solution qualifies under Chapter 29 Note 1(d) as a product dissolved in water.
Choline Salicylate Solution USP
Choline salicylate is an organic salt formed between salicylic acid and choline, a base. Under Chapter 29 Note 5(C)(2), salts formed between organic compounds are classified in the heading appropriate to the acid or base that occurs last in numerical order, which is salicylic acid in heading 29.18. This solution is used in medicinal oral gels for teething pain relief.
Magnesium Salicylate Crystals
Magnesium salicylate crystals are an inorganic salt of salicylic acid, an organic compound with a phenol function. Under Chapter 29 Note 5(C)(1), inorganic salts of organic compounds are classified in the heading appropriate to the organic compound, which is salicylic acid in heading 29.18. This product is used in anti-inflammatory medications and as an analytical reagent.
Medicinal Potassium Salicylate
Potassium salicylate is an inorganic salt of salicylic acid, an organic compound with a phenol function. Under Chapter 29 Note 5(C)(1), inorganic salts of organic compounds are classified in the heading appropriate to the organic compound, which is salicylic acid in heading 29.18. This BP/USP grade product is used in effervescent tablets and oral analgesics.
Potassium Salicylate Powder
Potassium salicylate is an inorganic salt of salicylic acid, an organic compound with a phenol function. Under Chapter 29 Note 5(C)(1), inorganic salts of organic compounds are classified in the heading appropriate to the organic compound, which is salicylic acid in heading 29.18. This water-soluble salt is used in topical pain relief formulations and as a chemical intermediate.