This classification applies to the manufacture of soap or detergent products for household or industrial cleaning, including but not limited to granulated, powdered and sprayed soaps, soap chips and flakes, liquid soap, dishwasher or laundry detergent pods, synthetic detergents, carpet shampoo and household cleaning products that have characteristics and uses similar to soap. This classification also applies to the manufacture of bar soap or pet shampoo.
The manufacturing or packaging of products other than bar soap intended to be rubbed, poured, sprinkled or sprayed on, or otherwise applied to the human body for cleansing, beautifying, promoting attractiveness or altering appearance shall be classified as 4623, Cosmetic, Personal Care or Perfumery Products Mfg.
The mixing or repackaging of bleach involving no chemical reaction shall be classified as 4828, Chemical Mixing or Repackaging.
The packaging of cleaning products in aerosol cans shall be classified as 4828, Chemical Mixing or Repackaging.
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Phraseology: SOAP OR SYNTHETIC DETERGENT MFG. Footnote: This classification applies to the manufacture of soap or detergent products for household or industrial cleaning, including but not limited to granulated, powdered and sprayed soaps, soap chips and flakes, liquid soap, synthetic detergents, carpet shampoo and household cleaning products that have characteristics and uses similar to soap. This classification also applies to the manufacture of bar soap and pet shampoo. The manufacturing or packaging of products other than bar soap intended to be rubbed, poured, sprinkled or sprayed on, or otherwise applied to the human body for cleansing, beautifying, promoting attractiveness or altering appearance shall be classified as 4623, Cosmetic, Personal Care or Perfumery Products Mfg. The mixing or repackaging of bleach involving no chemical reaction shall be classified as 4828, Chemical Mixing or Repackaging. The packaging of cleaning products in aerosol cans shall be classified as 4828, Chemical Mixing or Repackaging. | 1/1/2019 |
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