Nonylphenol Ethoxylate Aromatic Surfactant
NP-10 is a nonionic surfactant with alkylphenol aromatic base, used in industrial cleaners and emulsifiers. Meets surface tension criteria of heading 3402 Chapter notes. Contains modified aromatic agents qualifying for 3402.90.30.00.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If pure ether-alcohol without surfactant function
Unformulated alkylphenols classify under Chapter 29 alcohols/phenols.
If used as pesticide disinfectant
Surface-active disinfectants shift to Chapter 38 per exclusions.
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Related Products under HTS 3402.90.30.00
Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonate (LAS) Anionic Surfactant
LAS is a widely used anionic surfactant derived from benzene, containing aromatic surface-active agents essential for detergent formulations. It meets the Chapter 34 definition by reducing surface tension in water solutions to below 45 dyne/cm. Classified under 3402.90.30.00 due to its aromatic structure.
Dodecylbenzene Sulfonic Acid (DDBSA)
DDBSA is a key aromatic surfactant used in liquid detergents and emulsifiers, featuring a modified benzene ring structure. It qualifies under heading 3402 per the surface tension reduction test in Chapter notes. The aromatic content places it specifically in 3402.90.30.00.
Sodium Dodecylbenzene Sulfonate
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Alkylbenzene Sulfonate Surfactant Blend
A commercial blend dominated by LAS and similar aromatic surfactants for industrial detergent production. Complies with 3402 organic surface-active agent definition via emulsion stability test. Aromatic components trigger 3402.90.30.00 classification.
Toluene Sulfonate Surfactant
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Xylene-Derived Sulfonate Surfactant
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