Dimethyl Benzylidene Sorbitol (DMDBS)
Dimethyl benzylidene sorbitol (DMDBS) is an aromatic heterocyclic compound with oxygen hetero-atoms, chemically defined as Bis-O-[(4-methylphenyl)methylene]-D-glucitol. It is used as a nucleating agent in polypropylene plastics to improve clarity, and falls under tariff item 2932.99.00 as an 'other' oxygen heterocycle.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is formulated with other additives for a specific industrial use
Heading 38.24 covers chemical products and preparations of the chemical or allied industries, but this product is a single compound.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the product is a separate chemically defined compound and not a mixture with other additives, as Chapter 29 applies only to such compounds
• If the product is used as a polymer additive, ensure it is not classified as a plastic additive under Chapter 38
• Provide a technical data sheet to the CBSA to confirm the chemical structure and purity
Related Products under Tariff item 2932.99.00
1,3-Dioxolane
1,3-Dioxolane is a cyclic acetal with two oxygen hetero-atoms in a five-membered ring, a separate chemically defined organic compound. It is used in polymer production and as a solvent, and falls under tariff item 2932.99.00 as an 'other' oxygen heterocycle.
1,4-Dioxane
1,4-Dioxane is a six-membered heterocyclic ring with two oxygen atoms in 1,4 positions, a separate chemically defined organic compound. It is used as a solvent in various industrial applications, and falls under tariff item 2932.99.00 as an 'other' oxygen heterocycle.
2-Hydroxy-3-dibenzofurancarboxylic acid
2-Hydroxy-3-dibenzofurancarboxylic acid is a specific aromatic heterocyclic compound with oxygen hetero-atoms only, featuring a dibenzofuran core with hydroxy and carboxylic acid substituents. It is a separate chemically defined compound, falling under tariff item 2932.99.00.
2-Hydroxy-3-dibenzofurancarboxylic acid, 98% purity
2-Hydroxy-3-dibenzofurancarboxylic acid at 98% purity is a technical grade product containing minor impurities but still chemically defined per Chapter 29 Note 1(a). It is an aromatic oxygen heterocycle, falling under tariff item 2932.99.00.
2-Methylbenzofuran Analytical Standard
2-Methylbenzofuran analytical standard is a certified reference material of 2-methyl substituted benzofuran at 1000 ppm in a solvent. The benzofuran core structure with oxygen as the sole hetero-atom qualifies it for tariff item 2932.99.00, and the solvent solution is permitted under Chapter 29 Note 1(e) for transport safety.
4-Hydroxycoumarin
4-Hydroxycoumarin is a hydroxylated benzopyrone heterocyclic compound with oxygen hetero-atoms only, aromatic in structure. It is a precursor for anticoagulant drugs, falling under tariff item 2932.99.00 as an 'Other' oxygen heterocycle.