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C10-13 Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonic Acid from Germany

Broad-cut LABSA with C10-C13 alkyl distribution, versatile for personal care emulsifiers and industrial degreasers. HTS 3402.31.90.00 applies to these 'other' chain length variants. Optimized for low-foam applications in machine dishwash.

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

• Gas chromatography (GC) reports required to verify linear C10-13 distribution vs branched isomers

• Monitor free oil content <1% to prevent reclassification as crude mixtures

• Avoid 3402.90 if >5% unsulfonated alkylbenzene detected