Benzotriazole
Benzotriazole is a fused heterocyclic aromatic compound with a triazole ring. It is used as a corrosion inhibitor in antifreeze and metalworking fluids. This product falls under 2942.00.00 as an 'other organic compound' because it is not specifically classified in earlier headings of Chapter 29.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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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 2942000000. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If classified as a heterocyclic compound with nitrogen hetero-atoms only
Benzotriazole is a nitrogen heterocycle, covered in heading 2933.
If imported as a prepared corrosion inhibitor
Prepared additives for liquids are covered in heading 3824.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Check if the compound is a heterocyclic compound with nitrogen hetero-atoms only, which would fall under heading 2933
• If used as a corrosion inhibitor, ensure it is not put up in measured doses or for retail sale
• Provide the CAS number and purity certificate
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