Triethanolamine Dodecylbenzene Sulfonate from Germany
TEA salt of DDBSA provides mildness in personal care emulsifiers and liquid soaps (non-soap surfactant). Aromatic structure fits 3402.31.10.00; excludes true soaps per note to 3401. Used where lower irritation needed.
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 amine number and pH specs in COA for classification support
• Comply with FDA indirect food additive regs if for packaging