Calcium Dodecylbenzenesulfonate

A calcium salt of dodecylbenzenesulfonic acid, classified in 2908.99.1200 per chapter note 5(C) for organic salts of sulfo-group compounds. Used as emulsifier in lubricants and agricultural formulations. Qualifies as chemically defined with only sulfo functionality.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.5%+35.0%40.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇨🇦Canada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇩🇪Germany5.5%+10.0%15.5%
🇯🇵Japan5.5%+10.0%15.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2710.19.11Lower: 25% vs 40.5%

If derived from petroleum sulfonic acids rather than synthetic alkylbenzene

Petroleum-derived sulfonates classified in chapter 27 regardless of purity

3811.21.00.00Higher: 41.5% vs 40.5%

If added to lubricating oil formulations

Prepared additives for lubricants fall under chapter 38

2930.90.10.00Higher: 41.5% vs 40.5%

If containing sulfur directly linked to carbon beyond sulfo group

Other organo-sulfur compounds classified by latest numerical heading

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Import Tips & Compliance

Classify with acid component per note 5(C)(1); provide salt formation analysis

Metal content under 10% maintains organic compound status; higher shifts classification

Related Products under HTS 2908.99.12.00

Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonic Acid (LABSA)

LABSA is a sulfonic acid derivative of linear alkylbenzene, falling under 2908.99.1200 as it contains only sulfo groups from phenol-alcohol derivatives. Widely used as an intermediate for manufacturing biodegradable detergents. Its chemically defined structure distinguishes it from formulated products.

Sodium Xylenesulfonate

Sodium salt of xylenesulfonic acid, a sulfonated alkylbenzene derivative under HTS 2908.99.1200. Functions as hydrotrope in liquid detergents to prevent phase separation. Chemically defined structure with only sulfo groups per chapter requirements.

Dioctyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate (DOSS)

Anionic surfactant with sulfosuccinate ester structure, classified under 2908.99.1200 as sulfo derivative per note 5(A) ester classification. Used in pharmaceuticals, food emulsification, and industrial wetting agents. Single sulfo group maintains chapter 29 status.

Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate

Sulfate ester of lauryl alcohol with ammonium counterion, falling under 2908.99.1200 as sulfo derivative salt. Common in personal care foaming products. Chemically defined per chapter 29 note 2(a).

Sodium Dodecylbenzenesulfonate

An anionic surfactant consisting of a sulfonated alkylbenzene chain with sodium salt formation, classified under HTS 2908.99.1200 as a derivative containing only sulfo groups. Used primarily in laundry detergents and cleaning formulations for its emulsifying properties. Meets chapter 29 requirements for chemically defined organic sulfonates.