Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate from Canada
Sulfate ester of lauryl alcohol with ammonium counterion, falling under 2908.99.1200 as sulfo derivative salt. Common in personal care foaming products. Chemically defined per chapter 29 note 2(a).
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Cosmetic grade requires microbial and heavy metals testing certification
• Confirm C12 chain length homogeneity for chemical definition
• Distinguish from alcohol sulfates of heading 2908.19