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Diethanolamine Perfluorooctane Sulfonate from Japan

Diethanolamine perfluorooctane sulfonate is a salt formed between diethanolamine (an organic base) and perfluorooctane sulfonic acid. According to Chapter 29 note 5(C)(2), salts formed between organic compounds are classified with the acid or base that occurs last in numerical order, which is the sulfonated acid, placing it under this tariff item.

Duty Rate — Japan → Canada

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Import Tips

• Confirm the exact salt composition and provide a safety data sheet (SDS) to CBSA

• Since this is a PFOS salt, check if it requires an import permit under Canadian environmental regulations

• Include the CAS number for the salt on the customs declaration