Benzenesulfonic Acid from Germany
Benzenesulfonic acid is a sulfonated derivative of benzene (C6H5SO3H), a key intermediate in dye and detergent production. Classified under HTS 2904.99.47.00 as an 'other' aromatic sulfonated hydrocarbon derivative not specified elsewhere in heading 2904.
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
• Include NMR or GC-MS analysis confirming sulfonation on aromatic ring for proper 2904 classification
• Comply with TSCA pre-manufacture notification if annual import volume exceeds 10,000 lbs
• Segregate from amines/ammonia during storage to prevent salt formation affecting purity specs