Glutaric Acid from Canada
Glutaric acid (pentanedioic acid), a C5 dicarboxylic acid used in pharmaceuticals, polymers, and as a cross-linking agent. Classified under HTS 2917.19.70.50 as acyclic polycarboxylic acid 'other' category for chemically defined compounds. Straight chain with terminal carboxylic groups.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
14%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Pharma grade requires DMF filing; industrial grade needs only CoA
• Label with GHS corrosive pictogram - common shipping violation
• Avoid co-mingling with succinic acid in same container to prevent mixture classification