HS Code 3809.91.00
Finishing agents, dye carriers to accelerate the dyeing or fixing of dye-stuffs and other products and preparations (for example, dressings and mordants), of a kind used in the textile, paper, leather or like industries, not elsewhere specified or included. - Other: - Of a kind used in the textile or like industries
Most Favoured Nation (MFN) Rate
Free
About HS Code 3809.91.00
HS code 3809.91.00 is a Canadian 10-digit tariff item covering Finishing agents, dye carriers to accelerate the dyeing or fixing of dye-stuffs and other products and preparations (for example, dressings and mordants), of a kind used in the textile, paper, leather or like industries, not elsewhere specified or included. - Other: - Of a kind used in the textile or like industries. It falls under Chapter 38 — Miscellaneous chemical products of the Canadian Customs Tariff, within heading 3809 and subheading 3809.91. This code is used by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) to determine customs duties, taxes, and regulatory compliance when you import into Canada.
The MFN (Most Favoured Nation) duty rate for 3809.91.00 is Free. This means no customs duty is charged regardless of the country of origin, though GST/HST and other applicable taxes still apply. 22 preferential trade agreements are available for this code, of which 22 offer duty-free access (for example: Australia Tariff, New Zealand Tariff, Commonwealth Caribbean Countries Tariff, Least Developed Country Tariff, General Preferential Tariff).
Key trade agreement eligibility: CUSMA (USA, Mexico) duty-free · CETA (EU) duty-free · CPTPP (Asia-Pacific) duty-free.
Example Calculation for 3809.91.00
If you import CAD $10,000 worth of goods classified under HS code 3809.91.00 into Canada (without a preferential trade agreement), here is the approximate cost breakdown:
| Value for Duty (VFD) | $10,000 |
| MFN Duty (Free) | $0 |
| GST (5%) | $500 |
| Total Landed Cost (approx.) | $10,500 |
Illustrative example. Does not include surtaxes, SIMA, excise duties, freight, provincial HST/PST, or trade-agreement exemptions. Use our calculator for an exact figure.
Frequently Asked Questions about HS Code 3809.91.00
What is HS code 3809.91.00?
HS code 3809.91.00 is a Canadian 10-digit tariff item used by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) to classify imports of "Finishing agents, dye carriers to accelerate the dyeing or fixing of dye-stuffs and other products and preparations (for example, dressings and mordants), of a kind used in the textile, paper, leather or like industries, not elsewhere specified or included. - Other: - Of a kind used in the textile or like industries". It sits under Chapter 38 (Miscellaneous chemical products) of the Canadian Customs Tariff.
What is the Canadian import duty rate for 3809.91.00?
Imports classified under HS code 3809.91.00 are duty-free at the MFN (Most Favoured Nation) rate. You still pay GST/HST and other applicable taxes. Use our calculator to see the full landed cost.
Can I import 3809.91.00 duty-free from the USA or Mexico under CUSMA?
Yes. HS code 3809.91.00 is duty-free under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) when the goods originate in the US or Mexico and you provide a valid certification of origin. GST/HST still applies on import.
Does CETA apply to HS code 3809.91.00?
Yes. Imports of HS code 3809.91.00 from the European Union enter Canada duty-free under the Canada-EU Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) with a valid origin declaration from the EU exporter.
What surtaxes or SIMA duties apply to HS code 3809.91.00?
Our calculator automatically checks retaliatory surtaxes (US steel & aluminum, Chinese EVs, etc.) and SIMA anti-dumping duties for 3809.91.00. Enter the country of origin in the calculator to see the complete list of duties that apply to your shipment.
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22 applicable trade agreements
| Code | Trade Agreement | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| AUT | Australia Tariff | Free |
| CCoFTA | Canada-Colombia Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CEPT | Canada-EFTA Preferential Tariff | Free |
| CETA | Canada-EU Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement | Free |
| CHFTA | Canada-Honduras Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CIAT | Canada-Israel Agreement Tariff | Free |
| CJFTA | Canada-Jordan Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CKFTA | Canada-Korea Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CPaFTA | Canada-Panama Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CPFTA | Canada-Peru Free Trade Agreement | Free |
| CUKTCA | Canada-United Kingdom Trade Continuity Agreement | Free |
| CT | Chile Tariff | Free |
| CCCT | Commonwealth Caribbean Countries Tariff | Free |
| CPTPP | Comprehensive and Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership | Free |
| CRT | Costa Rica Tariff | Free |
| GPT | General Preferential Tariff | Free |
| IT | Iceland Tariff | Free |
| LDCT | Least Developed Country Tariff | Free |
| MT | Mexico Tariff | Free |
| NZT | New Zealand Tariff | Free |
| UAT | Ukraine Tariff | Free |
| UST | United States Tariff | Free |
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Related HS Codes
Other codes under chapter 38
| HS Code | Description | MFN Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 3809.10.00.00 | Finishing agents, dye carriers to accelerate the dyeing or fixing of dye-stuffs and other products and preparations (for example, dressings and mordants), of a kind used in the textile, paper, leather or like industries, not elsewhere specified or included. - With a basis of amylaceous substances | Free |
| 3809.91.00.10 | Finishing agents, dye carriers to accelerate the dyeing or fixing of dye-stuffs and other products and preparations (for example, dressings and mordants), of a kind used in the textile, paper, leather or like industries, not elsewhere specified or included. - Other: - Of a kind used in the textile or like industries - Softeners | Free |
| 3809.91.00.90 | Finishing agents, dye carriers to accelerate the dyeing or fixing of dye-stuffs and other products and preparations (for example, dressings and mordants), of a kind used in the textile, paper, leather or like industries, not elsewhere specified or included. - Other: - Of a kind used in the textile or like industries - Other | Free |
| 3809.92.00.00 | Finishing agents, dye carriers to accelerate the dyeing or fixing of dye-stuffs and other products and preparations (for example, dressings and mordants), of a kind used in the textile, paper, leather or like industries, not elsewhere specified or included. - Other: - Of a kind used in the paper or like industries | Free |
| 3809.93.00.00 | Finishing agents, dye carriers to accelerate the dyeing or fixing of dye-stuffs and other products and preparations (for example, dressings and mordants), of a kind used in the textile, paper, leather or like industries, not elsewhere specified or included. - Other: - Of a kind used in the leather or like industries | Free |
Real products CBSA has classified
From CBSA advance rulings on tariff classification. Each ruling concerns one specific good.
Rulings in subheading 3809.91
Same product family — these rulings were not issued for this code.
- Boulder Clean Natural Fabric Softener 2.96L size3809.91.00.10