Raw Cashew Nut Shell Liquid (CNSL) from Canada
Raw cashew nut shell liquid is a natural vegetable extract obtained from the pericarp of cashew nuts during processing. It consists primarily of phenolic compounds like anacardic acid, cardanol, and cardol, making it a versatile industrial raw material. Classified under HTS 1302.19.91.20 as a specific type of other vegetable sap or extract.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Verify purity and composition to ensure it meets the 'cashew nut shell liquid' specification without additives exceeding exclusions in chapter notes
• Obtain certificates of analysis from suppliers confirming phenolic content
• Check for restrictions on biohazardous materials due to natural toxin content