Quinine Gluconate from China
Quinine gluconate is a salt of quinine, a cinchona alkaloid, used in intramuscular malaria treatments. It is classified under tariff item 2939.20.00 as a salt derivative of cinchona alkaloids, following Chapter 29 Note 5(C)(1) for salts of organic compounds.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
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Import Tips
• Confirm the gluconate salt is chemically defined and provide the CAS number for CBSA
• Ensure the product is not classified as a medicament under heading 30.04 if not put up in measured doses
• Check if a Canadian import permit is required for pharmaceutical use