4-Dodecylbenzenesulfonic Acid from Canada
Linear alkylbenzene sulfonic acid (LABSA, CAS 27176-87-0) is the free acid form of dodecylbenzene sulfonate, a sulfonated phenol derivative containing only sulfo groups. HTS 2908.99.1500 covers this key intermediate for synthetic detergents.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
15.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Corrosive material - ship UN 2809 with proper placarding; include acid value specification
• Avoid neutralization on invoice to maintain acid classification vs salt