Lauryl Alcohol Surfactant Base from Mexico
High-purity blend of lauryl alcohol (C12) and myristyl alcohol (C14) serving as a base for nonionic surfactants. Classified under HTS 3824.99.93.20 due to its exclusive composition of C12+ acyclic monohydric alcohols in mixture form. Used in detergent and emulsifier production.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Require certificate of analysis confirming 100% C12+ alcohol content; check for fatty acid ester impurities; register with TSCA for chemical mixtures exceeding 10,000 lbs/year import