Cetyl Trimethyl Ammonium Chloride (CTAC 25%) from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Document quaternary ammonium structure to confirm cationic classification
• Specify <25% concentration to avoid 3402.13 pure cationics