Isomaltulose Diacetate from Mexico
Isomaltulose diacetate is a chemically pure sugar ester derived from isomaltulose, a ketose disaccharide, with two acetate groups protecting specific hydroxyls. It is used in the development of low-glycemic sweeteners and is classified under tariff item 2940.00.00 as a sugar ester. It is not covered by headings 29.37, 29.38, or 29.39, and meets the Chapter 29 definition of a chemically defined organic compound.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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 2940000000).
- 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: Equal To 2940000000. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
Import Tips
• Provide a certificate of analysis confirming the chemical purity and the specific acetylation pattern
• Ensure the product is not formulated for retail sale as a sweetener, which could trigger Chapter 21 or 29 notes
• Confirm that the product is not a hormone or vitamin derivative of headings 29.37-29.39