Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonic Acid (LABSA) from China
LABSA is a synthetic anionic surfactant used as a primary ingredient in detergent formulations. It meets the Chapter 34 definition for organic surface-active agents by forming stable emulsions and reducing surface tension when mixed with water. Classified under HTS 3402.90.5050 as a pure surfactant, not a finished washing preparation.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify surfactant purity exceeds 50% active matter to avoid reclassification as preparations under 3402.90.3000
• Provide technical data sheets confirming surface tension reduction below 45 dyne/cm per Chapter Note 2