C12-C14 Alkylbenzene Sulfonic Acid from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

16.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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