Octylphenol Ethoxylate Surfactant from Mexico
Octylphenol ethoxylate (OPE) is an aromatic-based non-ionic surfactant modified for wetting and dispersing in paints and agrochemicals. Classified in HTS 3402.42.10.00 as it meets the surface tension reduction test (below 45 dyne/cm) and forms translucent emulsions. Excluded from soap or retail cleaning categories.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
4%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include test data confirming surface tension reduction per chapter note 2
• Ensure no added soaps to avoid reclassification under heading 3401
• Use bulk packaging to prevent retail preparation assumptions