Dodecylbenzenesulfonic Acid from Germany
Dodecylbenzenesulfonic acid (DDBSA) is an alkylbenzene sulfonated derivative used as a surfactant in detergents. Classified in HTS 2904.99.47.00 as a sulfonated aromatic hydrocarbon, whether halogenated or not, covering alkyl chain variants.
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
• Document alkyl chain length distribution (C10-C14 typical) to confirm linear alkylbenzene sulfonate identity
• Biodegradability testing may be required under EPA Clean Water Act for wastewater discharge
• Neutralize to sodium salt form post-import if selling as LAS detergent active