Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) Powder from Japan
Sodium lauryl sulfate is a common anionic surfactant derived from sulfated lauryl alcohol, widely used in shampoos, toothpastes, and foaming cleansers. It falls under HTS 3402.39.90.10 as a salt of sulfated alcohol that meets the surface tension reduction test for organic surface-active agents. This powder form is typically supplied in bulk for industrial formulation.
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
• Verify purity and ensure COA confirms it meets Chapter 34 surface-active agent tests (0.5% solution reduces surface tension to ≤45 dyne/cm)
• Provide detailed chemical composition and CAS number (151-21-3) on commercial invoice to avoid misclassification as soap