Sodium Stearate from Japan
Sodium stearate is the sodium salt of stearic acid, a saturated C18 monocarboxylic acid used primarily as a stabilizer and emulsifier in cosmetics and soaps. As a salt of stearic acid, it falls under tariff item 2915.70.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Confirm the product is sodium stearate and not a mixture of soaps
• Ensure it is not put up for retail sale as a soap, which could affect classification
• Keep records of the manufacturing process to support the classification