Xylene Sulfonic Acid from Japan
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 — 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
• Specify isomer ratio (typically 60% para) in COA
• pH 1-2 confirms acid strength for classification
• Stabilize against oxidation with trace inhibitors