Sodium Xylenesulfonate from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Confirm 40% minimum active content for chapter 29 chemical classification
• Biodegradability certificates increasingly required for environmental compliance
• Distinguish from cumene sulfonates which may fall under different subheading