Lauryl Alcohol Ethoxylate (LAE-7) Polyether from United States
Lauryl Alcohol Ethoxylate (LAE-7) Polyether is a non-ionic polyether surfactant from lauryl alcohol (C12 fatty chain of palm kernel origin), with 7 ethylene oxide units for wetting and emulsifying in industrial cleaners. It complies with heading 3402 criteria for organic surface-active agents. This product is classified under 3402.42.90 as a non-ionic organic surface-active agent, not qualifying as a polyether polyol under the sibling item.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
6.5%
Import Tips
• Provide technical data showing the ethoxylation process and fatty alcohol origin
• Ensure the product is not classified as a polyether polyol; highlight the non-ionic surfactant properties
• Keep records of industrial cleaner applications for CBSA