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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