Cocamidopropyl Betaine (CAPB 30%) from Germany
CAPB is an amphoteric surfactant derived from coconut oil, used as a foam booster and mild cleanser in personal care products. It meets organic surface-active agent specifications in heading 3402 by forming translucent solutions and reducing surface tension. HTS 3402.90.5050 covers this concentrated form.
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
• Submit Certificates of Analysis confirming amphoteric nature and 30% active concentration
• Ensure declaration specifies 'not for direct retail' to prevent 3402.90.3000 classification