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Magnesium Lauryl Sulfate Powder from Japan

Magnesium lauryl sulfate, a divalent salt of sulfated lauryl alcohol, functions as a thickening surfactant in toothpastes and creams. Under HTS 3402.39.90.10 for salts of sulfated alcohols as anionic agents. Powder is dry-blended into formulations.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Heavy metal limits strict; test for magnesium purity and residuals

Hygroscopic; package with desiccants and note on invoice