Alcohol Ethoxylate Surfactant from Japan
Alcohol ethoxylate is a non-ionic organic surface-active agent used in industrial formulations for detergents and cleaners. It meets the Chapter 34 definition by reducing surface tension in water to below 45 dyne/cm at 0.5% concentration, forming stable emulsions. Classified under 3402.42.90.00 as other non-ionic surfactants not put up for retail sale.
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
• Provide Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and confirm concentration meets non-ionic test criteria; declare exact chemical composition to avoid reclassification; ensure bulk packaging complies with HAZMAT regulations if applicable