Xylene Sulfonic Acid Sodium Salt from Mexico
Sodium xylene sulfonate serves as hydrotrope in cleaning formulations, derived from sulfonated xylene containing only sulfo groups. HTS 2904.10.5000 classification as hydrocarbon sulfo derivative salt. Enhances surfactant solubility.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
14.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 40% aqueous solution common; declare solids content accurately to avoid dilution misclassification
• SXS (CAS 1300-72-7) certificates required; verify no alcohol solvents present
• Distinguish from cumene sulfonate which has different alkyl substitution pattern