Silicone Softener Emulsion for Terry Towels

Amino-functional silicone microemulsion that imparts peach-skin handle to terry towel fabrics after dyeing. Prevents yellowing during high-temperature curing. 3809.91.00 classification for textile softener preparations.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6%+35.0%41%
🇲🇽Mexico6%+10.0%16%
🇨🇦Canada6%+10.0%16%
🇩🇪Germany6%+10.0%16%
🇯🇵Japan6%+10.0%16%

Alternative Classifications

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

3910.00.00Lower: 38% vs 41%

If pure silicone oil without emulsification for textiles

Silicones in primary forms classified under Chapter 39 polymers.

3307.41.00Lower: 37.4% vs 41%

If perfumed softener for consumer laundry use

Consumer fabric softeners classified with personal care preparations.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 41%

If industrial silicone defoamer without textile designation

General industrial silicone preparations have different classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide curing oven temperature profiles matching textile finishing lines

Declare siloxane content for VOC emission compliance in textile mills

Include towel absorbency test results proving softener performance

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