Dimethyl Benzylidene Sorbitol (DMDBS) from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → Canada
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- 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 2932990000).
- 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 2932. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
Import Tips
• 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