Sodium Xylenesulfonate from Mexico
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 — 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
• 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