Xylene Sulfonic Acid from China
Xylene sulfonic acid results from sulfonation of xylene isomers, featuring sulfo groups on dimethylbenzene aromatic structure. Classified under HTS 2904.10.37.00 as other aromatic sulfonated derivatives. Serves as intermediate for surfactants and dyestuffs.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Specify xylene isomer (ortho/para/meta) in technical data sheets for accurate valuation
• Ensure no nitration or halogenation occurred during production process
• Package in corrosion-resistant containers; include UN number for hazmat declaration