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Cleaning Mousse

Cleaning mousse is a type of cleaning product formulated as an aerosol foam. It is generally used for cleaning a variety of surfaces, particularly those in bathrooms and kitchens.

Material Composition

The primary components of cleaning mousse typically include:

• Water: Serves as the base solvent.
• Surfactants: These are the active cleaning agents, responsible for loosening and removing dirt, grease, and grime. Common surfactants include anionic, non-ionic, and amphoteric types.
• Solvents: Assist in dissolving stubborn stains and grease. These can include alcohols or glycol ethers, though formulations are increasingly moving towards more environmentally friendly solvents.
• Propellants: Historically, chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) were used, but modern mousses utilize alternatives like hydrocarbons, compressed air, or nitrogen to create the foam.
• pH Adjusters: Citric acid, sodium hydroxide, or other chemicals are used to maintain the appropriate pH level for effective cleaning and surface safety.
• Fragrances: Added for scent.
• Preservatives: Prevent microbial growth and extend shelf life.
• Chelating Agents: Enhance cleaning performance by binding to minerals in hard water, preventing scale buildup.
• Colorants: Added for visual appeal.

Purpose

The main purpose of cleaning mousse is to provide a convenient and effective way to clean surfaces without harsh scrubbing. It's designed to cling to vertical surfaces, maximizing contact time and cleaning power.

Function

Cleaning mousse functions through a combination of mechanisms:

• Foaming Action: The foam physically lifts dirt and grime from the surface.
• Surfactant Activity: Surfactants reduce surface tension, allowing water to penetrate and loosen dirt.
• Dissolving Action: Solvents break down grease and oily residues.
• Disinfection (in some formulations): Certain mousses contain disinfecting agents to kill bacteria and viruses.

Usage Scenarios

• Bathrooms: Cleaning tiles, grout, shower screens, sinks, bathtubs, and toilets. Effective for removing soap scum, hard water stains, and mildew.
• Kitchens: Cleaning countertops, stovetops, sinks, and range hoods. Suitable for removing grease, food splatters, and spills.
• General Household Cleaning: Cleaning appliances, furniture, and other surfaces.

Common Types

• All-Purpose Cleaning Mousse: Designed for a wide range of surfaces and cleaning tasks.
• Bathroom Cleaning Mousse: Specifically formulated to tackle soap scum, hard water stains, and mildew in bathrooms. Often contains disinfecting agents.
• Kitchen Cleaning Mousse: Formulated to remove grease, food stains, and spills in kitchens.
• Disinfecting Cleaning Mousse: Contains disinfecting agents to kill bacteria and viruses.
• Specialty Cleaning Mousses: Formulated for specific surfaces like stainless steel, glass, or marble.
• Citrus-Scented/Floral-Scented Mousses: Contain fragrances for a pleasant scent.

Cleaning mousse is categorized as a preparation used for cleaning purposes. Based on the provided information, relevant HS codes are as follows:

• 3402905030: 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. Specifically, it applies to “Other: Other: Other Cleaning preparations”. This would encompass cleaning mousses not specifically classified elsewhere.

  • 34: Chapter 34 covers soaps, organic surface-active agents, washing preparations, cleaning preparations, and toilet preparations.
  • 02: Heading 3402 covers organic surface-active agents, whether or not in the form of soap, and surface-active preparations.
  • 905030: Subheading 3402905030 further specifies “Other: Other: Other Cleaning preparations”.

• 3401305000: 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; 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. Specifically, it applies to “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: Other”. If the cleaning mousse is formulated for skin washing and sold in a liquid or cream form for retail, this code may be applicable.

  • 34: Chapter 34 covers soaps, organic surface-active agents, washing preparations, cleaning preparations, and toilet preparations.
  • 01: Heading 3401 covers soaps.
  • 305000: Subheading 3401305000 further specifies “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: Other”.

According to the provided reference material, the HS code options related to 'cleaning mousse' are limited, with only the following 2 found.

The total tax rate for HS code 3402905030 is 58.7%, comprising a base tariff of 3.7% and an additional tariff of 25.0%, increasing to 30.0% after April 2, 2025. The total tax rate for HS code 3401305000 is 55.0%, comprising a base tariff of 0.0% and an additional tariff of 25.0%, increasing to 30.0% after April 2, 2025.