Triethanolamine Acetate from Canada
Triethanolamine acetate, the salt of triethanolamine and acetic acid, serves as a mild buffering agent in pharmaceuticals and food additives. It qualifies for HTS 2922.19.90.00 under oxygen-function amino-compounds as salts thereof, adhering to chapter classification rules prioritizing the organic base. The acetate counterion does not alter the primary amino-alcohol structure.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Provide FDA GRAS status if for food contact; declare acetic acid ratio to confirm salt per note 1(C)
• Avoid packaging >25kg drums if retail-intended, as it risks Chapter 38 reclassification