Xylene Sulfonic Acid from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Specify isomer ratio (typically 60% para) in COA
• pH 1-2 confirms acid strength for classification
• Stabilize against oxidation with trace inhibitors