HS 3402 — Surface-active agents
Harmonized System heading · Chapter 34 Soap, surfactants and waxes
HS Code
4-digit heading
Chapter 34
Chapter 34 Soap, surfactants and waxes
Typical duty
By subheading & market
What HS 3402 covers
Soap, organic surface-active agents, washing preparations, lubricants and candles.
Classification notes
Whether soap, surfactant or wax blend determines classification.
Back to Chapter 34
Frequently asked questions about HS 3402
What is HS 3402?
Surface-active agents is a 4-digit Harmonized System (HS) heading under Chapter 34 (Soap, surfactants and waxes). It groups goods before national 6-digit subheadings.
Which products are classified under HS 3402?
Surface-active agents covers the products described by this heading. To classify a specific good, determine the precise 6-digit HS subheading, since rates and rules apply at the subheading level.
How do I find the import duty for HS 3402 goods?
Identify the 6-digit subheading for your product, then check the MFN rate and any preferential rate for your destination market (e.g. China, the United States, the EU). 169e’s country tariff pages list rates per HS chapter.
What should I watch for when classifying HS 3402 products?
Whether soap, surfactant or wax blend determines classification.