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TEA-Dodecylbenzene Sulfonate from Germany

Triethanolamine salt of DDBSA, liquid anionic surfactant for dishwashing liquids. Stable emulsion former qualifying for 3402. 3402.39.90 as other anionic.

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

• Amine content analysis prevents misclassification as simple sodium salt

• Biodegradability data may be required for environmental clearance

• Clear amber liquid; color and clarity specs prevent formulation confusion