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Optical Brightener CBS-X from Japan

CBS-X (CI Fluorescent Brightener 71) stilbene derivative for cotton whitening in detergents and paper. Synthetic fluorescent brightening agent under HTS 3204.90.00.00. Excellent alkaline stability.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Alkaline hydrolysis stability data required for detergent end-use claims

• UV absorption/emission spectra (370/430nm) confirm FBA classification