TEA-Dodecylbenzene Sulfonate from Mexico
TEA-Dodecylbenzene Sulfonate is a triethanolamine salt of DDBSA, a liquid anionic surfactant for dishwashing liquids. It forms stable emulsions and qualifies for heading 34.02 as an organic surface-active agent. This product falls under tariff item 3402.39.90 as 'Other' anionic organic surface-active agents.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
6.5%
Import Tips
• Confirm the product's surface tension reduction meets Chapter 34 Note 3 criteria to ensure classification under heading 34.02
• Provide technical data sheets to CBSA showing the product's anionic nature and counterion
• Check if the product requires registration under Canadian cosmetic ingredient regulations if used in personal care