Sodium Alpha Olefin Sulfonate (AOS 40%) from Germany
Anionic surfactant alternative to SLS, offering high foam in liquid detergents. Surface tension reduction qualifies for 3402. Bulk powder/liquid under 3402.49.90.00.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Carbon chain distribution (C14-16) specification aids classification
• Low salt content versions for sensitive skin formulations noted
• Dries to powder form risks 3402.39 non-liquid shift