DDB for Detergent Manufacture from Canada
Industrial dodecylbenzene specifically produced via HF-alkylation for conversion to dodecylbenzene sulfonic acid (DDBSA). Meets HTS 2902.90.30.10 as chemically defined alkylbenzene; chapter notes exclude sulfonated derivatives.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Maintain batch traceability with lot-specific purity certificates to defend classification challenges
• Verify no heavy metals (Pb, As) exceed 10 ppm per detergent raw material standards