Cetyl Trimethyl Ammonium Chloride (CTAC 25%) from Japan
Cationic surfactant used as conditioner in hair products and antistatic agent in textiles. Meets surface-active criteria and classified under HTS 3402.90.50 as other than specifically named cationics.
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
• Document quaternary ammonium structure to confirm cationic classification
• Specify <25% concentration to avoid 3402.13 pure cationics