Liquid Laundry Detergent for Colors from Germany
A concentrated liquid washing preparation designed for colored fabrics, containing synthetic organic surface-active agents and enzymes. It meets heading 3402 criteria as it forms a stable emulsion at 0.5% concentration and reduces surface tension below 45 dyne/cm. Classified under 3402.90.5010 as a non-soap laundry washing preparation.
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
• Verify surface tension test compliance per Chapter Note 2 to confirm classification in 3402, not soap in 3401
• Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and ingredient lists showing non-soap surfactants to prevent CBP reclassification
• Label with exact chemical composition; common pitfall is claiming 'soap-free' without proof, leading to duties