Cetrimonium Chloride from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

6.2%

Rate breakdown

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

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