Triethanolamine Dodecylbenzene Sulfonate from United States
Triethanolamine Dodecylbenzene Sulfonate is the TEA salt of DDBSA, providing mildness in personal care emulsifiers and liquid soaps. Its aromatic structure fits the anionic surface-active agent classification under heading 34.02, and it is not a true soap per Chapter Note 1. It is classified here as an anionic surface-active agent other than the sodium salt.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
6.5%
Import Tips
• Confirm the product does not contain soap, which would exclude it from Chapter 34
• If the product is used in personal care products, consider whether it might be classified under Chapter 33 instead
• Provide documentation showing the product meets the surface tension reduction test in Chapter Note 3