Branched Alkylbenzene Sulfonate (BAS) from Japan
High-performance anionic surfactant for industrial detergents and emulsifiers. Meets strict 3402 definition through emulsification stability and surface tension performance. Classified 3402.90.5050 as specialized synthetic surfactant.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include biodegradability test results (OECD 301) for environmental compliance
• Verify branching degree via NMR spectroscopy for specification matching