Triethanolamine Citrate
Triethanolamine citrate is a salt combining triethanolamine with citric acid, utilized in cosmetics as a chelating agent and pH adjuster. HTS 2922.19.90.00 applies as salts of triethanolamine (amino-alcohols), classified with the organic compound per chapter note 1(C)(1). Excludes mixtures rendered specific-use per note 1(g).
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If citric acid derivatives with multiple carboxyl functions
Later numerical order (2918) for acid-function compounds per note 3.
If pre-mixed in beauty prep for retail
Chapter exclusions for formulated beauty products (note 2(g) indirectly via Chapter 33).
If inorganic complex salts
If coordination with metals, note 1(C)(3) shifts to later inorganic headings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Certify <0.5% heavy metals for cosmetic import; distinguish from citrate esters (2918)
• EPA TSCA inventory check required; use ISBP for bill of lading descriptions
Related Products under HTS 2922.19.90.00
Triethanolamine Hydrochloride
Triethanolamine hydrochloride is the salt formed by neutralizing triethanolamine (an amino-alcohol) with hydrochloric acid, resulting in a chemically defined organic compound with oxygen-function amino characteristics. It falls under HTS 2922.19.90.00 as a salt of triethanolamine, consistent with chapter notes classifying such salts with the parent organic compound. Commonly used as a pH buffer and corrosion inhibitor in industrial formulations.
Triethanolamine Oleate
Triethanolamine oleate is the salt of triethanolamine and oleic acid, employed as a textile softener and metalworking fluid emulsifier. Falls under HTS 2922.19.90.00 for triethanolamine salts, as an oxygen-function amino-compound per chapter scope. Long-chain fatty acid salt retains classification.
Triethanolamine Benzoate
Triethanolamine benzoate serves as a pharmaceutical intermediate and preservative. Classified HTS 2922.19.90.00 as salt of triethanolamine amino-alcohol.
Triethanolamine Salicylate
Triethanolamine salicylate is a topical analgesic salt. HTS 2922.19.90.00 for triethanolamine salts.
Triethanolamine Hydrobromide
Triethanolamine hydrobromide for expectorants and buffers. HTS 2922.19.90.00 salt.
Triethanolamine Tartrate
Triethanolamine tartrate buffering agent in meds. HTS 2922.19.90.00.