Sodium Oleyl Sulfate Paste from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document unsaturation level (iodine value) to confirm oleyl vs stearyl classification
• Paste forms may settle; include homogenization certificates to avoid quality disputes