PEG-20 Sorbitan Monolaurate from Japan
PEG-20 sorbitan monolaurate is an ethoxylated sorbitan laurate combining sorbitan laurate ether-ester with polyethylene glycol chains, derived from coconut lauric acid. It meets the non-ionic surface-active agent criteria in Chapter 34 Note 3, used in personal care cleansers. It is classified under tariff item 3402.42.90 as an 'other' non-ionic organic surface-active agent.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
6.5%
Import Tips
• Provide a technical data sheet showing the ethoxylation degree and non-ionic character
• If used in cosmetics, ensure compliance with Health Canada's Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist
• Verify if the product is subject to Canada's Chemicals Management Plan for import reporting