Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonic Acid (LABSA) from Canada
LABSA is a synthetic anionic surfactant derived from linear alkylbenzene, featuring an aromatic structure that qualifies it as an aromatic organic surface-active agent under HTS 3402.49.10.00. It is widely used in detergent formulations for its excellent foaming and cleaning properties.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
14%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify surfactant meets Chapter 34 note 2 criteria for organic surface-active agents via lab testing
• Provide Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and purity certificates to avoid misclassification as mixtures