Sodium Oleyl Sulfate Paste
Sodium oleyl sulfate, a salt from sulfated oleyl alcohol (C18 unsaturated), serves as a surfactant in heavy-duty cleaners and emulsifiers. HTS 3402.39.90.10 covers it as other salts of sulfated alcohols meeting surface-active criteria. Paste form aids in high-viscosity applications.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If mixed with waxes for prepared wax emulsions
Surfactant-wax mixtures qualify as artificial waxes under 3404 if waxy character dominates.
If for the parent sulfated alcohol before salt formation
Unsalted sulfated alcohols are classified as acyclic alcohols in Chapter 29.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document unsaturation level (iodine value) to confirm oleyl vs stearyl classification
• Paste forms may settle; include homogenization certificates to avoid quality disputes
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Magnesium Lauryl Sulfate Powder
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.
Sodium Coco Sulfate Granules
Sodium coco sulfate from sulfated coconut-derived alcohols (C12-C18 mix), used in solid shampoos and bars. HTS 3402.39.90.10 applies as salts of sulfated alcohols. Granular form for easy tableting.
Potassium Oleyl Sulfate Liquid
Potassium salt of sulfated oleyl alcohol for emulsifiers in creams. Anionic agent under 3402.39.90.10.
Sodium Myristyl Sulfate Crystals
C14 chain salt for specialty detergents. HTS 3402.39.90.10.
DEA Lauryl Sulfate 40% Solution
Diethanolamine salt for high-foam cleaners. Under 3402.39.90.10.
Sodium Cetyl Sulfate Paste
C16 chain for creams. Anionic salt HTS 3402.39.90.10.