Alcohol Ethoxylate C12-C14 (AE 7EO) from Canada
Nonionic surfactant produced by ethoxylating fatty alcohols, used in laundry detergents and hard surface cleaners. Complies with 3402 surface-active test by creating stable emulsions without insoluble separation. Classified in 3402.90.5050 as other organic surface-active agents.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Provide HLB value (typically 12-14) and cloud point data to substantiate nonionic classification
• Bulk drums/totes preferred; small consumer packaging may trigger washing preparation codes