Alkylphenol Ethoxylate NPE-10 from Canada
NPE-10 is a modified aromatic non-ionic surfactant made from alkylphenol and 10 moles of ethylene oxide, used in textile scouring and metal cleaning. It falls under HTS 3402.42.10.00 due to its aromatic base and non-ionic properties that create stable emulsions per chapter note 2. Primarily supplied in bulk for industrial formulations.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
14%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Label with exact EO chain length and HLB value to confirm non-ionic classification
• Check for EPA restrictions on alkylphenol ethoxylates in certain applications
• Document purity levels above 90% to distinguish from preparations