Diethanolamine 99% Technical Grade
Technical grade diethanolamine at 99% purity, a clear viscous liquid used as an intermediate in emulsifiers, gas treating, and surfactants. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound (an amino-alcohol) with no added stabilizers or solvents, qualifying under tariff item 2922.12.00 as diethanolamine.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is a different amino-alcohol, such as monoethanolamine or triethanolamine
Other amino-alcohols are classified under the residual subheading for amino-alcohols.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is classified as a separate chemically defined compound and not a mixture; keep a certificate of analysis to confirm purity
• Verify if the product requires a Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) SDS for CBSA review
• Check if the Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA) applies to diethanolamine for import notification
Related Products under Tariff item 2922.12.00
Diethanolamine (DEA)
Diethanolamine (DEA), a colorless, viscous organic compound with the formula HN(CH₂CH₂OH)₂, used in gas treating, surfactants, and as a chemical intermediate. It is a separate chemically defined amino-alcohol with only hydroxyl oxygen functions, falling under tariff item 2922.12.00 as diethanolamine.
Diethanolamine in Aqueous Solution 85%
Diethanolamine dissolved in water at 85% concentration, a solution that is a normal and necessary method of putting up the product for safe transport. Under Chapter 29 Note 1(d), products dissolved in water are covered by the chapter, and the solution is classifiable as diethanolamine under tariff item 2922.12.00.
Diethanolamine Stabilized with MEA
Diethanolamine stabilized with a minor amount of monoethanolamine (MEA) to ensure safe transport and preservation. Under Chapter 29 Note 1(f), added stabilizers necessary for preservation or transport are permitted, and the product remains classifiable as diethanolamine under tariff item 2922.12.00.
High-Purity Diethanolamine USP Grade
High-purity diethanolamine of USP grade, used in pharmaceutical synthesis and other applications requiring high purity. It is a separate chemically defined amino-alcohol, free of heavy metals and impurities, qualifying under tariff item 2922.12.00 as diethanolamine.