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Xylene Sulfonic Acid

Xylene sulfonic acid mixture (ortho/para/mixed isomers) is an aromatic sulfonic acid per HTS 2904.10.32.00. Widely used as catalyst and hydrotrope base.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+37.5%43%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3814.00.50Higher: 43.5% vs 43%

If organic composite solvents

Mixtures with solvents >70% may classify as preparations.

2902.50.00.00Lower: 37.5% vs 43%

If cyclic alcohols

Precursor alcohol derivatives have different classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Specify isomer ratio (typically 60% para) in COA

• pH 1-2 confirms acid strength for classification

• Stabilize against oxidation with trace inhibitors