Sodium Xylene Sulfonate from Germany
Hydrotrope anionic surfactant that enhances solubility in liquid detergents. Qualifies under 3402 for surface tension reduction despite primary hydrotrope function. 3402.39.90 for other anionics.
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
• Classify as pure substance; formulated cleaners go to 3402.90 or 3405
• Provide surface tension data confirming <45 dyne/cm threshold
• Corrosive nature requires proper UN packaging and hazmat declarations