Sodium Lauryl Sulfate from Mexico
Sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) is an anionic surfactant commonly used in shampoos, soaps, and detergents for its foaming properties. It is classified under HTS 2833.29.51 as a sulfate of an organic base, falling into the 'other sulfates' category of Chapter 28 for chemically defined inorganic compounds.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
3.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify purity and chemical composition via lab analysis to confirm classification as a chemically defined sulfate
• Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and Certificates of Analysis in documentation to avoid misclassification as organic surfactants
• Check REACH or TSCA compliance for chemical imports to prevent customs holds