3808.94.50.50 - Hydrogen peroxide put up in disinfectant preparations for sanitizing or disinfecting surfaces.

This classification pertains to hydrogen peroxide when it is specifically formulated and packaged as a disinfectant preparation intended for the sanitization or disinfection of surfaces. The critical elements for classification under this heading are the chemical identity of hydrogen peroxide and its end-use application as a surface disinfectant, presented in a form suitable for this purpose. Examples include liquid formulations, sprays, or concentrates designed to kill or inhibit the growth of microorganisms on inanimate surfaces within domestic, industrial, or institutional settings.

It is important to distinguish this category from its siblings. Unlike wipes impregnated with disinfectants (3808.94.50.10), this classification focuses on hydrogen peroxide preparations that are not in the form of wipes. Furthermore, it excludes alcohol-based hand sanitizers containing 60 percent or more ethanol (3808.94.50.80), which have a distinct purpose and alcohol content. The primary differentiating factor is the active ingredient and its intended application for surface treatment rather than personal hygiene or other forms of disinfection.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, classification decisions within this code will hinge on ensuring the product meets the criteria of being a hydrogen peroxide disinfectant preparation for surface use and is not more specifically classified elsewhere, particularly under the sibling categories mentioned. The form of presentation, such as liquid, aerosol, or powder to be reconstituted, is secondary to its fundamental nature as a hydrogen peroxide-based surface disinfectant.