Petroleum Sulfonate Surfactant from Japan
Anionic surfactant from petroleum sulfonic acids, used in emulsifiable oils. Qualifies under 3402 despite petroleum origin (distinct from Chapter 27 oils).
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
• Distinguish from 3403 petroleum-based by surface activity testing
• Oil content analysis prevents Chapter 27 misclassification
• Dark viscous form; provide flash point data for shipping