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C12-14 Pareth-7 Nonionic Surfactant from Canada

C12-14 Pareth-7 is a nonionic surfactant derived from fatty alcohols of vegetable origin, used in cosmetics and cleaning formulations. It qualifies under HTS 3402.42.2050 as a non-ionic organic surface-active agent from fatty substances of vegetable origin, not put up for retail sale. Meets Chapter 34 note 2 criteria for surface tension reduction and emulsion stability.

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

• Provide detailed chemical composition and fatty acid origin certification to confirm vegetable/microbial source for 3402.42.2050 classification

• Ensure COA (Certificate of Analysis) verifies surface-active properties per Chapter note 2 (0.5% solution test)

• Avoid retail packaging; bulk drums/totes prevent reclassification to finished washing preparations