Palm Kernel Alcohol Polyether (C12-15 Pareth-3) from Japan
Palm Kernel Alcohol Polyether (C12-15 Pareth-3) is a low EO (3 moles) polyether surfactant from palm kernel fatty alcohols, providing degreasing in hard-surface cleaners. As a non-ionic agent from vegetable fatty substances, it passes Chapter 34 Note 2 tests for transparency and surface tension. This product is classified under 3402.42.90 as a non-ionic organic surface-active agent, not meeting the polyether polyol criteria of the sibling item.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
6.5%
Import Tips
• Provide technical datasheets showing the low EO content and non-ionic properties
• Ensure the product is not classified as a polyether polyol; highlight the fatty alcohol origin
• Keep records of hard-surface cleaner applications for CBSA