Palm Kernel Alcohol Polyether (C12-15 Pareth-3) from Mexico
Low EO (3 moles) polyether surfactant from palm kernel fatty alcohols, providing degreasing in hard-surface cleaners. As a non-ionic agent from vegetable fatty substances, it passes Chapter 34 note 2 tests for transparency and tension reduction. Classified in 3402.42.20.10 as polyethers, other than sulfates.
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
• RSPO or equivalent sustainability certs facilitate customs clearance for palm-derived imports
• Specify Pareth nomenclature (INCI) in invoices to align with cosmetic/chemical naming conventions