Polyoxyethylene Sorbitan Monooleate (Polysorbate 80)
Nonionic emulsifier used in pharmaceuticals, foods, and cosmetics for oil-in-water emulsions. Qualifies under 3402 as surface-active via technical tests. 3402.49.90.00 for this liquid surfactant not for retail.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If used primarily as lubricant preparation
Preparations with lubricating function classified in 3403.
If industrial fatty acid esters
Glycerol esters have specific industrial subheadings.
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LABSA is a primary anionic surfactant used in detergent manufacturing, meeting the surface tension reduction test for organic surface-active agents in heading 3402. It is typically supplied as a viscous brown liquid for industrial formulation of laundry and dishwashing detergents. Classified under 3402.49.90.00 as other non-soap organic surface-active agents not put up for retail sale.
Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES 70%)
SLES is an anionic surfactant derived from coconut oil, forming stable emulsions and reducing surface tension per heading 3402 criteria. Widely used in shampoos, body washes, and liquid soaps at 70% active concentration. Falls under 3402.49.90.00 as other organic surface-active agents for industrial use.
Decyl Glucoside
Mild nonionic surfactant from glucose and decyl alcohol, used in eco-friendly baby shampoos and cleansers. Complies with 3402 organic surface-active criteria via emulsion stability. 3402.49.90.00 covers this bulk APG surfactant for personal care formulation.
Cetyl Trimethyl Ammonium Chloride (CTAC 25%)
Cationic surfactant for fabric softeners and hair conditioners, providing anti-static properties. Meets 3402 surface-active definition. 3402.49.90.00 as other non-retail quaternary ammonium agent.
Sodium Alpha Olefin Sulfonate (AOS 40%)
Anionic surfactant alternative to SLS, offering high foam in liquid detergents. Surface tension reduction qualifies for 3402. Bulk powder/liquid under 3402.49.90.00.
Lauryl Glucoside
APG nonionic surfactant from lauryl alcohol and glucose for natural baby products. 3402.49.90.00 for bulk mild cleanser base.