Octylphenol Polyoxyethylene Ether (pure isomer) from Mexico
Technical grade octylphenol with minimal ethoxylation, classified as octylphenol isomer under HTS 2907.13.00.00 when not meeting ether-alcohol criteria. Used as nonionic surfactant intermediate.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Degree of ethoxylation analysis critical to distinguish from 2909 classification
• Biodegradability testing may be required under Clean Water Act
• Declare exact HLB value in technical specifications