Toluene Sulfonate Surfactant from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
14%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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