Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonic Acid (LABSA) from Germany
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.
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
• Ensure documentation specifies linear chain length (C10-C13) to confirm chemical identity
• Acid form requires proper UN packaging certification for corrosive goods
• Avoid misclassification as petroleum sulfonate (Chapter 27) by proving synthetic origin