Tallow Alkyl Trimethylenediamine Quat from China
Tallow alkyl trimethylenediamine quat is a cationic surfactant derived from tallow, used in hair care and fabric conditioning products. It satisfies the organic surface-active agent definition in Chapter 34 Note 3 by reducing surface tension and forming stable emulsions. This tariff item covers cationic surface-active agents, whether or not put up for retail sale.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
6.5%
Import Tips
• Verify the product's chemical composition to ensure it is not a separate chemically defined compound, which would be excluded by Chapter 34 Note 1(b)
• If the product is used in cosmetic formulations, check whether Chapter 33 applies to the finished product
• Keep technical data sheets demonstrating surface-active properties for CBSA review