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Xylene Sulfonate Emulsifier from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → Canada

6.5%

Import Tips

• Confirm the emulsifier is not a pure separate chemically defined compound; commercial mixtures are classifiable here

• Provide documentation showing surface-active properties for customs clearance

• Check if the product contains other additives that could shift classification to a preparation