Cumene Sulfonic Acid from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify IPB content <0.5%; flash point certification >93°C
• Common error: Phenol sulfonate confusion leading to incorrect Chapter 29 heading