Dodecylbenzene Sulfonic Acid (DDBSA) from Germany
DDBSA is a high-purity linear alkylbenzene sulfonic acid with C12 alkyl chain, strictly containing sulfo groups only. Classifies under HTS 2904.10.5000 as other sulfonated hydrocarbon derivative. Essential for household and industrial cleaning formulations.
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
• Declare exact alkyl chain distribution (C10-14) via chromatogram to prevent mixture classification
• pH <1 requires DOT hazardous material declaration; use HDPE/steel drums only
• CAS 27176-87-0 documentation mandatory; generic 'LABSA' declarations often rejected