Toluene Sulfonate Surfactant from Germany
Toluene-based sulfonate is a modified aromatic surfactant used in specialty cleaning formulations, classified in HTS 3402.49.10.00 for its aromatic hydrocarbon backbone. Provides effective wetting and dispersing 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
• Test for Chapter 34 note 2 compliance (surface tension ≤45 dyne/cm)
• Document manufacturing process to distinguish from pure aromatics in Chapter 29