Cumene Sulfonic Acid

Cumene sulfonic acid from isopropylbenzene sulfonation contains only sulfo groups, used in hydrotropic formulations. Meets HTS 2908.99.1500 criteria as pure sulfonated phenol derivative.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China5.5%+35.0%40.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico5.5%+10.0%15.5%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada5.5%+10.0%15.5%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany5.5%+10.0%15.5%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan5.5%+10.0%15.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2902.60.00.00Lower: 35% vs 40.5%

If cumene (isopropylbenzene) precursor

Aromatic hydrocarbon without sulfo group classified earlier in Chapter 29.

3402.90Lower: 13.7% vs 40.5%

If surface-active preparations from cumene sulfonic acid

Downstream surfactant products fall under Chapter 34 preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Specify IPB content <0.5%; flash point certification >93Β°C

β€’ Common error: Phenol sulfonate confusion leading to incorrect Chapter 29 heading

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