Lauryl Alcohol Ethoxylate (LAE-7) Polyether from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
14%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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