Sodium Toluenesulfonate

Sodium p-toluenesulfonate is the salt form of toluenesulfonic acid, an aromatic sulfonate in HTS 2904.10.32.00. Functions as hydrotrope and polymerization stabilizer.

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.

2921.49Lower: 16.5% vs 40.5%

If amide function compounds

Secondary functional groups may take precedence per chapter classification rule.

2833.29.40.00Lower: 38.7% vs 40.5%

If other inorganic sulfates

Customs may classify as inorganic if organic character not predominant.

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Import Tips & Compliance

CAS 657-84-1 documentation required for Customs clearance

Moisture content <2% specification prevents caking

TGA/DSC analysis verifies thermal stability