Oleyl Alcohol Ethoxylate Polyether Surfactant from United States
Oleyl Alcohol Ethoxylate Polyether Surfactant is a polyether non-ionic surfactant from oleyl alcohol (unsaturated C18 fatty alcohol from vegetable oils), ideal for low-foam textile scouring and metal cleaning. It reduces water surface tension per Note 2(b) and forms emulsions. This product falls under 3402.42.90 as a non-ionic organic surface-active agent, distinct from the polyether polyols of the sibling item.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
6.5%
Import Tips
• Document the vegetable origin and ethoxylation process for CBSA classification
• Be prepared to show the product is not a polyether polyol with a hydroxyl number of 265 or more
• Provide information on textile scouring applications