Benzethonium Chloride Powder from Japan
An aromatic quaternary ammonium cationic surfactant used in antiseptics, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals as a preservative. Meets heading 3402 criteria for surface-active agents via water dispersibility and tension reduction. Its aromatic structure qualifies it for 3402.41.10.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14%
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
• Provide cosmetic/pharma grade certifications to support surfactant classification over medicaments
• Avoid retail packaging; bulk only to stay in pure agent subheading