Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonic Acid (LABSA) from Germany
LABSA is a primary anionic surfactant used in detergent manufacturing, meeting the surface tension reduction test for organic surface-active agents in heading 3402. It is typically supplied as a viscous brown liquid for industrial formulation of laundry and dishwashing detergents. Classified under 3402.49.90.00 as other non-soap organic surface-active agents not put up for retail sale.
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
• Provide Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and confirm concentration meets 3402 organic surface-active agent test criteria
• Declare as industrial chemical, not consumer product, to avoid retail packaging misclassification
• Check TSCA registration for US environmental compliance; common pitfall is incomplete hazardous material declarations