Coconut Diethanolamide Surfactant from Canada
Coconut diethanolamide (CDEA) is a non-ionic surfactant derived from coconut fatty acids of vegetable origin, used primarily as a foam booster and thickener in shampoos and liquid soaps. It meets the Chapter 34 definition for organic surface-active agents by forming stable emulsions and reducing surface tension when mixed with water. Classified under HTS 3402.42.20 due to its fatty substance base from vegetable sources and non-ionic properties.
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Import Tips
• Verify compliance with the 0.5% water mixture test for surface tension reduction to confirm non-ionic classification under heading 3402
• Provide certificates of analysis showing vegetable origin (e.g
• coconut fatty acids) to avoid reclassification to synthetic categories
• Label technical data sheets accurately to prevent customs disputes over 'fatty substance' status versus soap-like products