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Dialkyl Dimethyl Ammonium Chloride (DADA)

DADA is an aromatic-modified cationic surfactant used in fabric softeners and corrosion inhibitors. Qualifies as organic surface-active agent under heading 3402 tests, specifically 3402.41.10.00 for cationic-aromatic type.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4%+37.5%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico4%+10.0%14%
🇨🇦Canada4%+10.0%14%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3824.99Lower: 17.5% vs 41.5%

If complex mixture with >50% non-surfactants

Prepared chemical mixtures not predominantly surface-active go to 3824.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify industrial end-use on documentation to avoid retail prep classification

Provide chain length and aromatic modification details in technical specs