Pharma Grade Cetyl Alcohol from Canada
High-purity cetyl alcohol meeting USP/EP standards for pharmaceutical ointments and suppositories, classified under HTS 2905.17.00.00. Purity exceeds 99% hexadecan-1-ol with controlled impurities. Chapter 29 chemical compound, not Chapter 30 pharmaceutical.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Include USP/EP certificates and impurity profiles distinguishing from cosmetic grades
• Declare as 'API excipient chemical,' not finished dosage form
• FDA registration may be required alongside customs chemical declaration