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| HS Code | Product Description | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3401190000 | Soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of bars, cakes, molded pieces or shapes, whether or not containing soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap; paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent: Soap and organic surface-active products and preparations, in the form of bars, cakes, molded pieces or shapes, and paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent: Other | Doc | 37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3402501100 | Organic surface-active agents (other than soap); surface-active preparations, washing preparations (including auxiliary washing preparations) and cleaning preparations, whether or not containing soap, other than those of heading 3401: Preparations put up for retail sale: Containing any aromatic or modified aromatic surface-active agent | Doc | 59.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3402905010 | Organic surface-active agents (other than soap); surface-active preparations, washing preparations (including auxiliary washing preparations) and cleaning preparations, whether or not containing soap, other than those of heading 3401: Other: Other: Other Washing preparations | Doc | 58.7% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 1517909015 | Margarine; edible mixtures or preparations of animal, vegetable or microbial fats or oils or of fractions of different fats or oils of this chapter, other than edible fats or oils or their fractions of heading 1516: Other: Other: Other Partially hydrogenated salad and cooking oil | Doc | 8.8¢/kg+37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 1516100000 | Animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their fractions, partly or wholly hydrogenated, inter-esterified, re-esterified or elaidinized, whether or not refined, but not further prepared: Animal fats and oils and their fractions | Doc | 7¢/kg+37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 1516201000 | Animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their fractions, partly or wholly hydrogenated, inter-esterified, re-esterified or elaidinized, whether or not refined, but not further prepared: Vegetable fats and oils and their fractions: Rapeseed oil | Doc | 45.2% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3304995000 | Beauty or make-up preparations and preparations for the care of the skin (other than medicaments), including sunscreen or sun tan preparations; manicure or pedicure preparations: Other: Other: Other | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3307900000 | Pre-shave, shaving or after-shave preparations, personal deodorants, bath preparations, depilatories and other perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations, not elsewhere specified or included; prepared room deodorizers, whether or not perfumed or having disinfectant properties: Other | Doc | 60.4% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 6304996040 | Other furnishing articles, excluding those of heading 9404: Other: Not knitted or crocheted, of other textile materials: Other: Other Other: Other (899) | Doc | 33.2% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Gift Laundry Soap
Gift laundry soap refers to laundry soap specifically packaged and marketed as a present. While the soap itself can vary significantly in composition and function, the defining characteristic is its presentation for gifting purposes.
Material Composition
The soap base can be broadly categorized as follows:
- Traditional Soap: Made from fats (animal or vegetable) combined with an alkali (like lye). These soaps are typically solid bar soaps.
- Synthetic Detergents: Formulated with surfactants and other chemical compounds. These can be liquid, powder, or pods.
- Natural/Eco-Friendly: Often plant-based, utilizing oils like olive, coconut, or palm oil, with minimal synthetic additives. May be marketed as hypoallergenic or biodegradable.
- Specialty Soaps: Contain added ingredients like essential oils (for fragrance), enzymes (for stain removal), or fabric softeners.
Purpose and Function
The core function remains the same as standard laundry soap: to clean fabrics by removing dirt, oils, and stains. However, gift laundry soaps often emphasize additional benefits such as:
- Gentle Cleaning: Suited for delicate fabrics or sensitive skin.
- Pleasant Fragrance: Utilizing perfumes or essential oils to impart a desirable scent to laundry.
- Aesthetic Appeal: Attractive packaging and/or soap design.
- Novelty: Unique formulations or ingredients.
Usage Scenarios
Gift laundry soaps are commonly used in the following scenarios:
- Housewarming Gifts: Practical and useful for new homeowners.
- Holiday Gifts: A thoughtful present for family and friends.
- Wedding Gifts: Often included in gift baskets for newlyweds.
- Host/Hostess Gifts: A small token of appreciation.
- Self-Care/Pampering: Luxury or specialty soaps as a personal treat.
Common Types & Packaging
The packaging is a crucial element of gift laundry soap. Common forms include:
- Boxed Soap Sets: Multiple bars or bottles of soap in an attractive box, often themed.
- Decorative Tins: Metal containers with appealing designs.
- Fabric Pouches: Soap wrapped in reusable fabric bags.
- Mason Jars: Soap flakes or powder presented in glass jars.
- Bundled with Accessories: Paired with laundry bags, stain removers, or drying racks.
Specific soap types frequently found as gifts include:
- Artisan Soaps: Handcrafted soaps with unique designs and fragrances.
- Scented Soap Bars: Soaps infused with floral, fruity, or herbal scents.
- Luxury Liquid Detergents: High-end detergents with premium ingredients.
- Eco-Friendly Soap Flakes: Biodegradable and plant-based soap for sensitive skin.
- Scent Booster Beads: Added to laundry to enhance fragrance.
Gift laundry soap typically refers to soap products intended for washing clothes, often packaged as gifts. Based on the provided information, the following HS codes may be relevant:
- 3401190000: This HS code covers “Soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of bars, cakes, molded pieces or shapes, whether or not containing soap”. This is applicable if the gift laundry soap is in solid form (bars, cakes, molded pieces). The total tax rate is 37.5%, comprising a base tariff of 0.0% and an additional tariff of 7.5%, increasing to 30.0% after April 2, 2025.
- 3402501100: This HS code covers “Organic surface-active agents (other than soap); surface-active preparations, washing preparations (including auxiliary washing preparations) and cleaning preparations, whether or not containing soap, other than those of heading 3401: Preparations put up for retail sale: Containing any aromatic or modified aromatic surface-active agent”. If the gift laundry soap is a liquid or cream preparation for washing clothes and contains aromatic agents, this code applies. The total tax rate is 59.0%, consisting of a base tariff of 4.0% and an additional tariff of 25.0%, rising to 30.0% after April 2, 2025.
- 3402905010: This HS code covers “Organic surface-active agents (other than soap); surface-active preparations, washing preparations (including auxiliary washing preparations) and cleaning preparations, whether or not containing soap, other than those of heading 3401: Other: Other: Other Washing preparations”. If the gift laundry soap is a washing preparation not covered by other more specific codes within heading 3402, this code may be applicable. The total tax rate is 58.7%, with a base tariff of 3.7% and an additional tariff of 25.0%, increasing to 30.0% after April 2, 2025.
It is important to determine the exact form (solid bar/cake vs. liquid/cream) and composition (presence of aromatic agents) of the gift laundry soap to select the most appropriate HS code.