Sodium Xylenesulfonate from Japan
Sodium xylenesulfonate is a hydrotrope salt of xylene sulfonic acid, an aromatic sulfonate covered by HTS 2904.10.32.00. It enhances solubility in liquid detergents and cleaning products.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Ensure product is listed in additional U.S. note 3; provide CAS 1300-72-7 documentation
• Test for heavy metals as impurities affect TSCA reporting
• Import in stable powder form to avoid degradation during shipping