Polyether Siloxane Copolymer Surfactant from China
Silicone-based surfactant used as anti-foam and wetting agent in industrial cleaners and pesticides. Demonstrates surface-active properties per Chapter 34 note 2 through exceptional tension reduction. HTS 3402.90.5050 for silicone-modified organic surfactants.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Submit surface tension data (<25 dyne/cm typical for silicone surfactants)
• Specify end-use (agricultural/industrial) to avoid personal care classifications