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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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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