Caffeine Anhydrous Powder from China
Caffeine anhydrous is a xanthine alkaloid, structurally related to theophylline but with a different methyl substitution pattern. It is not a theophylline derivative; it is a separate alkaloid of heading 29.39. Therefore, it does not fall under tariff item 2939.59.00 but under a different subheading for caffeine.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
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Import Tips
• Caffeine is classified under subheading 2939.30, not 2939.59
• Ensure the correct tariff item is used to avoid penalties
• For food or beverage use, comply with Health Canada's Food and Drug Regulations
• Keep records of the product's purity and source for CBSA verification