Bathroom Tile and Grout Cleaner from Germany
Thick gel cleaner with quaternary ammonium surfactants to remove soap scum, mildew, and grime from tiles. HTS 3402.90.50.30 applies to this non-soap cleaning preparation with surface-active agents per chapter note definitions. Designed for hard surface sanitation without abrasives.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Test for surface tension reduction to 45 dyne/cm or less as required by note 2(b); retain lab reports
• EPA registration may be needed if antimicrobial claims made; declare accurately to avoid FIFRA violations