Dodecylbenzenesulfonic Acid from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
15.5%
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
• 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