Phloroglucinol
Phloroglucinol is a trihydroxybenzene derivative used as an intermediate for pharmaceuticals, dyes, and explosives. As a separate chemically defined phenol with three hydroxy groups, it is classified under tariff item 2942.00.00, unless more specifically covered by heading 29.07.
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 polyphenol
Heading 29.07 covers phenols; polyphenols are included.
If the hydroxy groups are derivatized
Heading 29.08 covers phenol derivatives.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify whether heading 29.07 (phenols) applies, as phloroglucinol is a polyphenol
• Provide a purity certificate
• If used in explosives, check with Natural Resources Canada for permits
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