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Polyether Siloxane Surfactant from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Provide silicone content analysis; high Si may trigger Chapter 39 polymer review

• Industrial use declaration prevents retail washing prep misclassification