Cationic
Organic surface-active agents (other than soap); surface-active preparations, washing preparations (including auxiliary washing preparations) and cleaning preparations, whether or not containing soap, other than those of heading 34.01. > Other organic surface-active agents, whether or not put up for retail sale: > Cationic > Cationic > Cationic
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Products classified under Tariff item 3402.41.00
Benzalkonium Chloride 80% Solution
Benzalkonium Chloride 80% Solution is a cationic quaternary ammonium surfactant used as a disinfectant and preservative. It qualifies under tariff item 3402.41.00 as a cationic organic surface-active agent, meeting the Chapter 34 criteria for surface tension reduction and emulsion stability.
Benzalkonium Chloride Concentrate
Benzalkonium chloride is a cationic quaternary ammonium compound widely used as an antiseptic, preservative, and cleaning agent. It functions as an organic surface-active agent by reducing surface tension and forming stable emulsions in aqueous solutions, meeting the criteria of Chapter 34 Note 3. This tariff item covers cationic surface-active agents whether or not put up for retail sale.
Benzethonium Chloride Powder
Benzethonium Chloride Powder is an aromatic quaternary ammonium cationic surfactant used in antiseptics and cosmetics. It meets the Chapter 34 definition for organic surface-active agents, including water dispersibility and surface tension reduction, and is classified under 3402.41.00 as a cationic agent.
Cationic Emulsifier for Bitumen
Cationic emulsifiers for bitumen, such as fatty amine derivatives, are organic surface-active agents that enable the formation of stable oil-in-water emulsions for road construction. They satisfy the Chapter 34 Note 3 test by reducing water surface tension to 45 dyne/cm or less. The product is classified as a cationic surface-active agent under this tariff item.
Cationic Polymer Surfactant BTPC
Benzethonium chloride (BTPC) is a cationic surfactant polymer used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and antiseptic preparations. It acts as an organic surface-active agent by lowering surface tension and stabilizing emulsions, meeting the technical definition in Chapter 34 Note 3. This tariff item applies to cationic surface-active agents regardless of retail packaging.
Cetrimonium Chloride Surfactant
Cetrimonium chloride is a cationic quaternary ammonium surfactant commonly used in hair conditioners and fabric softeners for its antistatic and conditioning properties. It qualifies as an organic surface-active agent under Chapter 34 Note 3, as it forms stable emulsions and reduces water surface tension. The product is classified as a cationic surface-active agent under this tariff item.
Cetrimonium Chloride Technical Grade
Cetrimonium Chloride Technical Grade is a cationic surfactant used as a conditioning agent in hair care and antistatic treatments. It forms stable emulsions and reduces surface tension, satisfying the Chapter 34 tests for organic surface-active agents, and is classified under 3402.41.00.
Cetyl Dimethyl Benzyl Ammonium Chloride
Cetyl Dimethyl Benzyl Ammonium Chloride is a C16 aromatic cationic surfactant used for conditioning and antimicrobial applications. It meets the Chapter 34 definition for organic surface-active agents and is classified under 3402.41.00 as a cationic compound.
Cetyltrimethylammonium Bromide (CTAB)
Cetyltrimethylammonium Bromide (CTAB) is a quaternary ammonium cationic surfactant used in laboratory applications such as DNA extraction and as an antimicrobial agent. It qualifies under heading 3402 as it produces stable emulsions and reduces surface tension, and is classified under 3402.41.00.
Cocamidopropyl PG-Dimonium Chloride
Cocamidopropyl PG-dimonium chloride is a cationic surfactant derived from coconut oil, used in conditioning shampoos and body washes. It meets the Chapter 34 Note 3 definition of an organic surface-active agent by reducing surface tension and forming stable emulsions. This tariff item covers cationic surface-active agents, whether or not put up for retail sale.
Cocobenzyldimethylammonium Chloride
Cocobenzyldimethylammonium Chloride blends coconut-derived chains with a benzyl aromatic group, making it a cationic surfactant for industrial cleaning. It meets the Chapter 34 criteria for organic surface-active agents and is classified under 3402.41.00.
Dialkyl Dimethyl Ammonium Chloride
Dialkyl dimethyl ammonium chloride is a cationic surfactant used in antimicrobial formulations and as a phase transfer catalyst. It meets the organic surface-active agent criteria of Chapter 34 Note 3, demonstrating surface tension reduction and emulsion stability. This tariff item applies to cationic surface-active agents, including those for industrial applications.
Dialkyl Dimethyl Ammonium Chloride (DADA)
Dialkyl Dimethyl Ammonium Chloride (DADA) is an aromatic-modified cationic surfactant used in fabric softeners and corrosion inhibitors. It qualifies as an organic surface-active agent under heading 3402 tests and is classified under 3402.41.00.
Didecyldimethylammonium Chloride (DDAC)
Didecyldimethylammonium Chloride (DDAC) is a twin-chain quaternary ammonium compound classified as a modified aromatic cationic surfactant, essential in industrial biocides and wood preservatives. It complies with the organic surface-active agent definition and is classified under 3402.41.00.
Domiphen Bromide
Domiphen Bromide is an aromatic quaternary cationic surfactant used in oral care and antimicrobial mouthwashes. It meets the Chapter 34 agent definitions for organic surface-active agents and is classified under 3402.41.00.
Lauryl Dimethyl Benzyl Ammonium Chloride
Lauryl Dimethyl Benzyl Ammonium Chloride is a C12-chain aromatic cationic surfactant used in cleaners. It satisfies the Chapter 34 criteria for organic surface-active agents and is classified under 3402.41.00.
Methylbenzethonium Chloride
Methylbenzethonium Chloride is a synthetic aromatic cationic surfactant applied in topical antiseptics and preservative solutions. It complies with 3402 surface tension and emulsion standards and is classified under 3402.41.00.
Mixed Dialkyl Benzyl Ammonium Chloride
Mixed Dialkyl Benzyl Ammonium Chloride is a blend of C8-C18 chains with a benzyl aromatic group, used as a cationic biocide surfactant. It meets the Chapter 34 definition for organic surface-active agents and is classified under 3402.41.00.
Myristyl Dimethyl Benzyl Ammonium Chloride
Myristyl Dimethyl Benzyl Ammonium Chloride is a C14-chain modified aromatic cationic surfactant used for preservative and biocide uses. It qualifies under heading 3402 as an organic surface-active agent and is classified under 3402.41.00.
Quaternary Ammonium Fabric Softener Base
This bulk cationic surfactant base, typically dihydrogenated tallow dimethyl ammonium chloride, is used to formulate laundry fabric softeners. It functions as an organic surface-active agent, meeting the Chapter 34 Note 3 criteria for surface tension reduction and emulsion stability. The product is classified as a cationic surface-active agent under this tariff item.
Stearyl Dimethyl Benzyl Ammonium Chloride
Stearyl Dimethyl Benzyl Ammonium Chloride is a long-chain aromatic cationic surfactant used for antistatic and emulsifying in textiles. It fits the criteria for organic surface-active agents under heading 3402 and is classified under 3402.41.00.
Tallow Alkyl Dimethyl Benzyl Ammonium Chloride
Tallow Alkyl Dimethyl Benzyl Ammonium Chloride is an animal-fat derived cationic surfactant with a benzyl aromatic group, used in disinfectants. It meets the Chapter 34 criteria for organic surface-active agents and is classified under 3402.41.00.
Tallow Alkyl Trimethylenediamine Quat
Tallow alkyl trimethylenediamine quat is a cationic surfactant derived from tallow, used in hair care and fabric conditioning products. It satisfies the organic surface-active agent definition in Chapter 34 Note 3 by reducing surface tension and forming stable emulsions. This tariff item covers cationic surface-active agents, whether or not put up for retail sale.