DDB for Detergent Manufacture from United States
Dodecylbenzene for detergent manufacture is a chemically defined alkylbenzene produced via HF-alkylation, used as a precursor for dodecylbenzene sulfonic acid. It is a cyclic hydrocarbon with a straight-chain C12 alkyl group. This product falls under the tariff item for other cyclic hydrocarbons.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
0%
Import Tips
• Ensure the product is not sulfonated, as sulfonated derivatives are classified elsewhere
• Provide a certificate of analysis to confirm the alkyl chain length and purity
• Check if the product is subject to Canadian regulations for detergent feedstocks