Bar Keepers Friend Powdered Cleanser

A powdered scouring preparation containing oxalic acid and feldspar for cleaning stainless steel, porcelain, and tile surfaces. It falls under HTS 3405.40.00.00 as a scouring powder not in bar or cake form, designed to remove stains and rust without abrasives in molded shapes. Ideal for kitchen and bathroom maintenance.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3401.20.00Same rate: 35%

If the preparation contains soap and is in bar, cake, or molded form

Soap-based scouring products in solid forms remain in heading 3401 per chapter notes.

3402.90Lower: 13.7% vs 35%

If primarily an organic surface-active agent preparation for cleaning

Products meeting the surface-active agent test in chapter note 2 shift to heading 3402.

3808.94.50Lower: 30% vs 35%

If classified as a disinfectant cleaner rather than scouring preparation

Disinfectant-focused formulations fall under Chapter 38 for specific chemical preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the product is free of soap content exceeding note limits to avoid reclassification to heading 3401

Provide detailed ingredient lists and safety data sheets (SDS) for EPA and customs review

Label containers clearly with usage instructions to prevent misclassification as industrial cleaners

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