Sulfonated Oil for Leather Pickling from Japan
Sulfonated vegetable oil used in the pickling stage of leather processing to preserve hides and facilitate tanning. Classified in HTS 3809.93.5000 as a leather industry preparation. Delivers salt and acid in emulsified form for uniform hide treatment.
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
• Specify 'pickling auxiliary for leather' to differentiate from general sulfonic acids
• Provide stability test results showing emulsion integrity
• Monitor for biocide content declarations under pesticide regulations