Petroleum Sulfonate Surfactant from Germany
Anionic surfactant from petroleum sulfonic acids, used in emulsifiable oils. Qualifies under 3402 despite petroleum origin (distinct from Chapter 27 oils).
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
• Distinguish from 3403 petroleum-based by surface activity testing
• Oil content analysis prevents Chapter 27 misclassification
• Dark viscous form; provide flash point data for shipping