Dodecylbenzenesulfonic Acid from Germany
Linear dodecylbenzenesulfonic acid (LABSA) from sulfonation of dodecylbenzene alkylaromatic hydrocarbon. HTS 2904.99.50.00 classification for long-chain sulfonated derivatives. Primary raw material for LAS detergents.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Biodegradability test results (OECD 301) often required for surface-active imports
• Carbon chain distribution (C10-C13) specification prevents misclassification as branched isomers
• Tank container cleaning certificates essential between shipments