Sodium Dodecylbenzenesulfonate from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify purity exceeds 95% for chemical compound classification; mixtures may shift to chapter 34
• Provide Certificates of Analysis confirming sulfo group structure and absence of halogen/nitro groups