Pentaerythritol Tetrastearate from Germany
Pentaerythritol tetrastearate is a polyhydric alcohol fully esterified with stearic acid from palm or vegetable sources. It functions as a lubricant and stabilizer in plastics and PVC, meeting the non-ionic surface-active agent criteria in Chapter 34 Note 3. It is classified under tariff item 3402.42.90 as an 'other' non-ionic organic surface-active agent.
Duty Rate — Germany → Canada
6.5%
Import Tips
• Provide a certificate of analysis confirming the esterification degree and non-ionic surfactant properties
• If used in food-contact plastics, ensure compliance with Canadian Food Inspection Agency regulations
• Verify if the product requires a permit under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act