Dodecylbenzene Sulfonic Acid

Dodecylbenzene sulfonic acid (DDBSA) is a branched alkyl aromatic sulfonic acid under HTS 2904.10.32.00. Essential raw material for high-foaming detergent production.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+35.0%40.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇩🇪Germany5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇯🇵Japan5.5%+10.0%15.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 40.5%

If petroleum sulfonates

Petroleum-derived sulfonates with different processing classify separately.

2904.20.10.00Same rate: 40.5%

If nitrobenzene derivatives

Presence of nitro groups shifts to different derivative category.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify branched vs linear alkyl chain for note 3 verification

Acid value testing (400-450 mg KOH/g) confirms purity

Use HDPE drums for corrosive liquid transport