Lauryl Alcohol Ethoxylate (LAE-7) Polyether from Canada
Non-ionic polyether surfactant from lauryl alcohol (C12 fatty chain of palm kernel origin), with 7 ethylene oxide units for wetting and emulsifying in industrial cleaners. Complies with heading 3402 criteria for organic surface-active agents from vegetable fatty substances. HTS 3402.42.20.10 applies to this 'other' polyether form.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
14%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare exact EO (ethylene oxide) chain length and fatty alcohol carbon chain to confirm polyether subcategory
• Use SDS (Safety Data Sheets) to prove non-ionic nature and exclude soap/detergent prep classifications
• Watch for TSCA compliance for US imports; unregistered synthetics from natural bases can face delays