Sodium Oleyl Sulfate Paste from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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