Spent NMP Electronics Stripper from Germany
This is N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone (NMP) waste from photoresist stripping in semiconductor fabs, highly contaminated. It is a waste organic solvent as defined in Note 6(b) to Chapter 38. Since it is not excluded by other notes, it falls under tariff item 3825.49.00 as 'Other' waste organic solvents.
Duty Rate — Germany → Canada
6.5%
Import Tips
• Ensure the NMP waste is not fit for reuse as a primary product
• You may need a hazardous waste import permit
• Keep records of the contamination levels for CBSA inspection