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Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonate (LAS) Anionic Surfactant from Mexico

LAS is a widely used anionic surfactant derived from benzene, containing aromatic surface-active agents essential for detergent formulations. It meets the Chapter 34 definition by reducing surface tension in water solutions to below 45 dyne/cm. Classified under 3402.90.30.00 due to its aromatic structure.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

14%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico

Import Tips

Verify purity and aromatic content via lab analysis to confirm 3402.90.30.00 classification

Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and REACH compliance docs for US Customs clearance

Avoid misclassification as soap by confirming water-solubility test per Chapter notes

Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonate (LAS) Anionic Surfactant from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 3402.90.30.00