Synthetic detergents
Organic surface-active agents (other than soap); surface-active preparations, washing preparations (including auxiliary washing preparations) and cleaning preparations, whether or not containing soap, other than those of heading 3401: > Other: > Synthetic detergents
Duty Rate (from China)
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
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Products classified under HTS 3402.90.10.00
Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonate (LAS)
LAS is a primary anionic synthetic surfactant used in laundry and dishwashing detergents for its excellent foaming and cleaning properties. It meets the Chapter 34 definition for organic surface-active agents by reducing surface tension in water solutions and forming stable emulsions. Classified under 3402.90.10 as a synthetic detergent, distinct from soap.
Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES)
SLES is a widely used anionic surfactant derived from lauryl alcohol, providing rich foam in shampoos and body washes. It satisfies heading 3402 criteria by forming translucent emulsions and lowering water surface tension below 45 dyne/cm. Falls under 3402.90.10 as a synthetic detergent for personal care formulations.
Decyl Glucoside
A mild, nonionic synthetic surfactant from glucose and decyl alcohol, used in natural baby shampoos. Qualifies under 3402 by standard surface tension and emulsion tests despite bio-based origin. Synthetic detergent per 3402.90.10.
Polyether Siloxane Surfactant
Silicone-based synthetic nonionic surfactant for defoaming in industrial cleaners and agrochemicals. Meets 3402 organic surface-active definition through emulsification properties. 3402.90.10 as synthetic detergent.
Branched Alkylbenzene Sulfonate
Synthetic anionic surfactant for heavy-duty detergents, less biodegradable than linear types. Complies with heading 3402 tests for synthetic detergents. HTS 3402.90.10.
Sulfosuccinate Ester Surfactant
Anionic diester surfactant for wetting in textiles and emulsifiers. Synthetic detergent under 3402.90.10.
APG Alkyl Polyglucoside
Nonionic from glucose/fatty alcohols for eco-detergents. 3402.90.10 synthetic.
TEA-Dodecylbenzene Sulfonate
Triethanolamine salt anionic surfactant for liquid detergents.
Sodium Xylenesulfonate
Hydrotrope surfactant for solubility in cleaners.
Ethoxylated Nonylphenol
Nonionic for industrial emulsifiers, restricted in some regions.
Dioctyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate
Anionic wetting agent DOSS for agriculture.
Lauryl Glucoside
Mild nonionic for personal care, similar to decyl.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
This zwitterionic surfactant from coconut oil derivatives boosts foam stability in shampoos and mild cleaners. It qualifies under heading 3402 by producing stable emulsions at 0.5% concentration and reducing surface tension effectively. Classified in 3402.90.10 as a synthetic detergent/amphoteric agent.
Alcohol Ethoxylate Nonionic Surfactant
A nonionic synthetic detergent from ethoxylated fatty alcohols, used in low-foam industrial cleaners and laundry powders. Complies with 3402 definition through emulsion stability and surface tension reduction tests. HTS 3402.90.10 covers it as a synthetic detergent.
Sodium Alpha Olefin Sulfonate (AOS)
AOS is an anionic synthetic surfactant known for high foaming in liquid hand soaps and shampoos. It meets precise Chapter 34 criteria for organic surface-active agents via lab tests on emulsions and tension. 3402.90.10 classification as synthetic detergent.