Sodium Lauryl Sulfate Powder from China
Sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) is an anionic surfactant classified as a sulfate of sodium under HTS 2833.29.51.90 due to its chemical structure featuring a sulfate group bonded to a lauryl chain. It is widely used in shampoos, soaps, and detergents for its foaming and cleansing properties.
Duty Rate — China → United States
28.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify purity and chemical composition via Certificate of Analysis to confirm classification as 'other sulfates'
• Ensure SDS includes CAS number 151-21-3 and proper labeling for hazardous materials if concentration exceeds thresholds
• Avoid misclassification as finished cosmetic by importing in bulk powder form, not packaged for retail