Cocamidopropyl Betaine from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.8%
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
• Document amphoteric nature and coconut fatty acid source to distinguish from anionic types
• Provide microbial stability data as Chapter excludes certain preparations