Cetyl Trimethyl Ammonium Chloride (CTAC 25%) from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document quaternary ammonium structure to confirm cationic classification
• Specify <25% concentration to avoid 3402.13 pure cationics