C12-14 Pareth-7 Nonionic Surfactant from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
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