Benzalkonium Chloride Concentrate from Japan
Benzalkonium chloride is a cationic quaternary ammonium compound widely used as an antiseptic, preservative, and cleaning agent. It functions as an organic surface-active agent by reducing surface tension and forming stable emulsions in aqueous solutions, meeting the criteria of Chapter 34 Note 3. This tariff item covers cationic surface-active agents whether or not put up for retail sale.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
Import Tips
• Ensure the product is a separate chemically defined compound or a mixture; if it is a pure compound, Chapter 34 Note 1(b) may exclude it
• Have technical data sheets showing surface tension reduction and emulsion stability to support classification
• Verify whether the product is put up for retail sale, as this does not affect the tariff item but may impact labelling requirements