Cetrimonium Chloride from Germany
Cetrimonium chloride, or hexadecyltrimethylammonium chloride, is a quaternary ammonium salt used in hair conditioners and antiseptics. It qualifies for HTS 2923.90.0100 as a separate chemically defined quaternary ammonium compound per Chapter 29 scope. No exclusions apply to this pure surfactant salt.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use INCI nomenclature on labels for cosmetic imports; FDA cosmetic notification may apply
• Confirm no added perfumes/odors that render specific-use per note (g)
• Avoid bulk cosmetic mixes, which go to 3305+ or Chapter 34