Tallow Alkyl Trimethylenediamine Quat
Derived from tallow, this cationic agent is used in hair care and fabric conditioning products. Meets all technical requirements of heading 3402 for surface-active agents. HTS 3402.41.90.00.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Certify tallow source for BSE/TSE compliance documentation
• Provide nitrogen content analysis confirming quaternary structure
• Bulk only; retail softeners may require different heading
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Didecyldimethylammonium Chloride (DDAC)
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Benzalkonium Chloride Concentrate
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Quaternary Ammonium Fabric Softener Base
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