Xylenesulfonic Acid Mixture from Mexico
Xylenesulfonic acid mixture contains isomers of dimethylbenzenesulfonic acid from sulfonation of commercial xylene feedstock. Falls under HTS 2904.99.50.00 as sulfonated derivatives not elsewhere specified. Used in hydrotropes and polymerization catalysts.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Isomer distribution report essential; mixtures of isomers allowed per chapter note (b)
• pH adjustment documentation needed for wastewater discharge compliance
• Verify not classifiable as 'crude' under note exclusions leading to Chapter 28