3402.39.90.50/Petroleum Sulfonate Anionic Surfactant/Japan

Petroleum Sulfonate Anionic Surfactant from Japan

Derived from petroleum oils, this anionic sulfonate enhances oil recovery and metalworking fluids via emulsification. Qualifies per note 3 linking to Chapter 27 petroleum definitions, but as surface-active in 3402. 3402.39.90.50 for other non-soap forms.

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%

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Import Tips

• Reference Chapter 27 note 2 for petroleum base confirmation without shifting to 2710

• Declare industrial end-use to avoid retail cleaning prep reclassification