Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonic Acid (LABSA) from Germany
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 — 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
• 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