Sodium Xylene Sulfonate from Germany
Sodium xylene sulfonate (CAS 1300-72-7) is a hydrotrope and coupling agent derived from sulfonation of xylene (dimethylbenzene), a phenolic hydrocarbon, containing only sulfo groups. It falls under HTS 2908.99.1500 as a salt of a sulfonated phenol derivative used in liquid detergents to enhance solubility.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include detailed chemical analysis certificate confirming >95% purity; label with proper UN number if flammable
• Avoid declaring as 'detergent additive' to prevent reclassification to Chapter 34