Triethanolamine Laureth Sulfate

Triethanolamine Laureth Sulfate (TEA Laureth Sulfate) acts as an anionic surfactant salt used in liquid soaps and cleansers. Derived from sulfated ethoxylated alcohols, it fits heading 3402 organic surface-active agents. Specifically classified under 3402.39.90.20 as salts of sulfated polyethers.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+35.0%38.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%+10.0%13.7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2922.50Lower: 16.5% vs 38.7%

If imported as pure organic chemical intermediate

Chemically defined amine compounds may classify in Chapter 29 if not surface-active.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document amine salt formation process to validate against simple sodium salts

Confirm no abrasive powders present to stay in 3402 vs scouring preparations in 3405

Use proper Nomenclature explanations for polyether chain length in entry summaries