Pharmaceutical Grade PVA 26-88
Pharmaceutical Grade PVA 26-88 is a poly(vinyl alcohol) meeting USP standards with 88% hydrolysis and controlled acetate groups, used in drug capsules and eye drops. It is in primary powder form for pharmaceutical compounding, falling under the tariff item.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the PVA is formulated as a finished pharmaceutical product
Finished pharmaceutical preparations are classified in Chapter 30, not as primary polymers.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product meets Canadian pharmaceutical standards (e.g
• Health Canada requirements) and is in primary powder form
• Provide a certificate of analysis and proof of USP compliance for CBSA
• Check if a Drug Establishment Licence is needed for import
Related Products under Tariff item 3905.30.00
High Viscosity PVA 0588 Powder
High Viscosity PVA 0588 Powder is a low-hydrolysis (88%) poly(vinyl alcohol) grade with a high viscosity, containing unhydrolysed acetate groups as specified. It is supplied in primary powder form for use in emulsifiers and binders, dissolving readily in water-based systems.
Industrial PVA B-15 Emulsion Base
Industrial PVA B-15 Emulsion Base is a medium-hydrolysis (approx. 88%) poly(vinyl alcohol) grade retaining unhydrolysed acetate groups, used in emulsion paints and adhesives. It is supplied as a dry powder in primary form for factory compounding, meeting the tariff item's scope.
Low Molecular Weight PVA 03-80
Low Molecular Weight PVA 03-80 is a poly(vinyl alcohol) grade with low viscosity and 80% hydrolysis, resulting in higher acetate content for specialty coatings and lubricants. It is in primary granular form, falling under the tariff item for poly(vinyl alcohol) with unhydrolysed acetate groups.
Partially Hydrolyzed PVA 1788 Resin
Partially Hydrolyzed PVA 1788 Resin is a poly(vinyl alcohol) with 88% hydrolysis, containing notable unhydrolysed acetate groups, suitable for packaging films and paper coatings. It is imported as a free-flowing powder in primary form, qualifying under the tariff item.
Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) 1799 Grade
Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) 1799 Grade is a water-soluble synthetic polymer with approximately 99% hydrolysis, retaining minimal unhydrolysed acetate groups. It is supplied in primary form, likely as powder or granules, and falls under the tariff item for poly(vinyl alcohol) whether or not containing unhydrolysed acetate groups.
PVA 117 Fully Hydrolyzed Granules
PVA 117 Fully Hydrolyzed Granules are poly(vinyl alcohol) granules with 99%+ hydrolysis and trace unhydrolysed acetate, ideal for textile sizing and ceramics. They are in primary form granules that dissolve readily in hot water, falling under the tariff item.