C12-C14 Alkylbenzene Sulfonic Acid from Germany
This C12-C14 chain length aromatic sulfonic acid is standard in heavy-duty liquid detergents and car wash formulations. Its anionic character and solubility define it under heading 3402. Specifically 3402.31.10.00 for linear alkylbenzene sulfonic acids.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document alkyl chain distribution via GC-MS analysis for precise subheading match
• Avoid drum contamination that could introduce soap impurities
• Check country-of-origin rules for anti-dumping on Chinese LABSA