Other
Organic surface-active agents (other than soap); surface-active preparations, washing preparations (including auxiliary washing preparations) and cleaning preparations, whether or not containing soap, other than those of heading 34.01. > Other organic surface-active agents, whether or not put up for retail sale: > Other > Other > Other
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Products classified under Tariff item 3402.49
Alcohol Ethoxylate C12-C14 (AE 9EO)
Alcohol ethoxylate C12-C14 (AE 9EO) is a nonionic surfactant produced by ethoxylating fatty alcohols, used in laundry detergents and hard surface cleaners. It meets the heading 34.02 definition of organic surface-active agents by reducing surface tension and forming stable emulsions. This product is classified under tariff item 3402.49.00 as an 'other' organic surface-active agent, not put up for retail sale.
3402.49.00Alkylbenzene Sulfonate Surfactant Blend
Alkylbenzene Sulfonate Surfactant Blend is a mixture of modified aromatic alkylbenzene sulfonates used as an industrial detergent raw material. It qualifies as an organic surface-active agent under tariff item 3402.49.00 because it reduces surface tension in aqueous solutions and is not put up for retail sale. This blend is not a separate chemically defined compound, so it falls under the 'Other' category of organic surface-active agents.
3402.49.00Benzene Sulfonate Wetting Agent
Benzene Sulfonate Wetting Agent is a pure aromatic benzene sulfonate derivative used to enhance spreading in agriculture, textiles, and coatings. It meets the definition of an organic surface-active agent under tariff item 3402.49.00 by reducing surface tension in water. As a separate chemically defined compound, it is excluded from Chapter 34 by note 1(b) and should not be classified here.
3402.49.00Cetyl Trimethyl Ammonium Chloride (CTAC 25%)
Cetyl trimethyl ammonium chloride (CTAC 25%) is a cationic surfactant used in fabric softeners and hair conditioners for its anti-static properties. It satisfies the heading 34.02 technical tests for organic surface-active agents, including surface tension reduction and emulsion stability. This bulk product, not for retail sale, falls under tariff item 3402.49.00 as an 'other' organic surface-active agent.
3402.49.00Cocamidopropyl Betaine (CAPB 30%)
Cocamidopropyl betaine (CAPB 30%) is an amphoteric surfactant derived from coconut oil, providing mild foaming and conditioning in personal care products. It meets heading 34.02's technical criteria for organic surface-active agents, including stable emulsion formation and surface tension reduction. This bulk liquid, not for retail sale, is classified under tariff item 3402.49.00 as an 'other' organic surface-active agent.
3402.49.00Decyl Glucoside
Decyl glucoside is a mild nonionic surfactant derived from glucose and decyl alcohol, used in eco-friendly baby shampoos and cleansers. It complies with heading 34.02 organic surface-active criteria via emulsion stability and surface tension reduction. This bulk APG surfactant, not for retail sale, falls under tariff item 3402.49.00 as an 'other' organic surface-active agent.
3402.49.00Dodecylbenzene Sulfonic Acid (DDBSA)
Dodecylbenzene Sulfonic Acid (DDBSA) is a modified aromatic sulfonic acid surfactant used in household and industrial cleaners. It qualifies as an organic surface-active agent under tariff item 3402.49.00 because it reduces surface tension and is not a separate chemically defined compound in its commercial form. DDBSA is typically supplied as a mixture with water or other solvents, making it classifiable under this item.
3402.49.00Lauryl Glucoside
Lauryl glucoside is an APG nonionic surfactant derived from lauryl alcohol and glucose, used as a mild cleanser base in natural baby products. It meets heading 34.02's organic surface-active agent criteria through surface tension reduction and emulsion stability. This bulk surfactant, not for retail sale, is classified under tariff item 3402.49.00 as an 'other' organic surface-active agent.
3402.49.00Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonic Acid (LABSA)
Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonic Acid (LABSA) is a synthetic anionic surfactant with an aromatic structure, widely used in detergent manufacturing. It falls under tariff item 3402.49.00 as an organic surface-active agent, provided it is not a separate chemically defined compound. LABSA is typically supplied as a technical-grade mixture, meeting the surface tension reduction criteria.
3402.49.00Naphthalene Sulfonate Dispersant
Naphthalene Sulfonate Dispersant is an aromatic dispersant used in pigments, dyes, concrete admixtures, and inks. It qualifies as an organic surface-active agent under tariff item 3402.49.00 due to its fused aromatic ring structure and surface-active properties. As a commercial product, it is typically a mixture, not a separate chemically defined compound, and is not put up for retail sale.
3402.49.00PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil is a nonionic solubilizer and emulsifier used for fragrances in cosmetics. It qualifies as an organic surface-active agent under heading 34.02, meeting the technical tests for surface tension reduction and emulsion formation. This bulk surfactant, not for retail sale, falls under tariff item 3402.49.00 as an 'other' organic surface-active agent.
3402.49.00Polyoxyethylene Sorbitan Monooleate (Polysorbate 80)
Polyoxyethylene sorbitan monooleate (polysorbate 80) is a nonionic emulsifier used in pharmaceuticals, foods, and cosmetics for oil-in-water emulsions. It qualifies under heading 34.02 as an organic surface-active agent via technical tests for surface tension reduction and emulsion stability. This liquid surfactant, not for retail sale, is classified under tariff item 3402.49.00 as an 'other' organic surface-active agent.
3402.49.00Sodium Alpha Olefin Sulfonate (AOS 40%)
Sodium alpha olefin sulfonate (AOS 40%) is an anionic surfactant offering high foam in liquid detergents. It qualifies for heading 34.02 through surface tension reduction and stable emulsion formation. This bulk powder or liquid, not for retail sale, falls under tariff item 3402.49.00 as an 'other' organic surface-active agent.
3402.49.00Sodium Dodecylbenzene Sulfonate (SDDBS)
Sodium Dodecylbenzene Sulfonate (SDDBS) is the neutralized salt form of dodecylbenzene sulfonic acid, an aromatic anionic surfactant. It falls under tariff item 3402.49.00 as an organic surface-active agent, provided it is not a separate chemically defined compound. SDDBS is used in emulsifiers, wetting agents, and textile processing auxiliaries, and is typically supplied as a technical-grade mixture.
3402.49.00Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES 70%)
Sodium laureth sulfate (SLES 70%) is an anionic surfactant derived from coconut oil, forming stable emulsions and reducing surface tension per heading 34.02 criteria. It is widely used in shampoos, body washes, and liquid soaps at 70% active concentration. This bulk product, not for retail sale, is classified under tariff item 3402.49.00 as an 'other' organic surface-active agent.
3402.49.00Toluene Sulfonate Surfactant
Toluene Sulfonate Surfactant is a modified aromatic surfactant used in specialty cleaning formulations. It qualifies as an organic surface-active agent under tariff item 3402.49.00 due to its aromatic hydrocarbon backbone and surface-active properties. As a commercial product, it is typically a mixture, not a separate chemically defined compound, and is not put up for retail sale.
3402.49.00Xylene Sulfonate Emulsifier
Xylene Sulfonate Emulsifier is an aromatic emulsifier used in industrial applications such as emulsion polymerization and metalworking fluids. It meets the definition of an organic surface-active agent under tariff item 3402.49.00 by reducing surface tension in aqueous solutions. As a commercial product, it is typically a mixture, not a separate chemically defined compound, and is not put up for retail sale.