3402.39.90/Sodium Alpha Olefin Sulfonate (AOS)/Japan

Sodium Alpha Olefin Sulfonate (AOS) from Japan

AOS is a foam-boosting anionic surfactant derived from alpha olefins, used in shampoos and hand soaps. It passes the 3402 surface-active test by creating translucent solutions. Classified in 3402.39.90 as other anionic agents.

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
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Import Tips

• Include carbon chain distribution data (C14-C16 typical) in import documentation

• Ensure no soap content exceeds trace levels to avoid 3401 reclassification

• Test for emulsion stability per Chapter note requirements during customs verification

Sodium Alpha Olefin Sulfonate (AOS) from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 3402.39.90