Cetyl Trimethyl Ammonium Chloride (CTAC 25%)
Cationic surfactant used as conditioner in hair products and antistatic agent in textiles. Meets surface-active criteria and classified under HTS 3402.90.50 as other than specifically named cationics.
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If >50% concentration
Higher concentration quaternary ammonium compounds have dedicated subheadings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document quaternary ammonium structure to confirm cationic classification
• Specify <25% concentration to avoid 3402.13 pure cationics
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