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Benzene Sulfonate Wetting Agent from Germany

This pure aromatic benzene sulfonate derivative acts as a high-performance wetting agent under HTS 3402.49.10.00. Used in agriculture, textiles, and coatings for rapid surface spreading.

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

• Include application certificates showing use as surfactant, not reagent

• Verify concentration meets 0.5% aqueous test without separation