Arbutin (Hydroquinone-β-D-Glucopyranoside) from Japan
Arbutin is a hydroquinone glucoside extracted from bearberry leaves and is widely used in cosmetics as a skin-lightening agent and as a pharmaceutical intermediate. As a glycoside, it falls under tariff item 2938.90.00 for other glycosides.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Classify arbutin under this item only if it is a separate chemically defined compound
• For cosmetic use, ensure compliance with Health Canada's Cosmetic Regulations
• Keep records of the product's purity and source for CBSA verification