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C12-C14 Alcohol Ethoxylate Polyether Surfactant from Japan

C12-C14 Alcohol Ethoxylate Polyether Surfactant is a non-ionic polyether surfactant derived from fatty alcohols of vegetable origin (C12-C14 chain), used in laundry detergents and household cleaners. It meets the Chapter 34 definition for organic surface-active agents by forming stable emulsions and reducing surface tension. This product falls under 3402.42.90 as a non-ionic organic surface-active agent, not qualifying as a polyether polyol under the sibling item.

Duty Rate — Japan → Canada

6.5%

Import Tips

• Ensure the product is declared as a non-ionic surfactant, not as a polyether polyol

• Provide technical data showing the ethoxylation process and fatty alcohol origin

• Keep records of detergent applications for CBSA verification