Triethanolamine Benzoate
Triethanolamine benzoate is a salt formed from triethanolamine and benzoic acid, used as a pharmaceutical intermediate and preservative. As a salt of an amino-alcohol, it is classified under tariff item 2922.19.00, which covers other amino-alcohols and their salts. The compound's structure, with an oxygen-function amino group and benzoate counterion, aligns with the chapter's classification rules.
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 classified as a salt of benzoic acid rather than an amino-alcohol salt
Salts of benzoic acid are classified under heading 29.16, which covers aromatic carboxylic acids, and may take precedence depending on the product's primary function.
If the product contains heterocyclic rings not present in the amino-alcohol structure
Heterocyclic compounds are classified under heading 29.34, which would apply if the product's structure includes ring hetero-atoms beyond the amino-alcohol.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the product's purity and provide a certificate of analysis to support classification under 2922.19.00
• If the product is used as a preservative, check whether it complies with Health Canada's cosmetic or pharmaceutical ingredient regulations
• Ensure proper labelling with the chemical name and CAS number for CBSA
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