Linear Alkylbenzene LAB-99

LAB-99 is a highly purified mixed linear alkylbenzene with a linear carbon chain length primarily C10-C13, used as the primary feedstock for manufacturing linear alkylbenzene sulfonate (LAS) detergents. It falls under HTS 3817.00.10.00 as mixed linear alkylbenzenes, distinguished from branched types by its straight-chain alkyl groups attached to the benzene ring.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2902.30.00.00Lower: 35% vs 41.5%

If aromatic hydrocarbons with purity exceeding 95% by weight

Highly pure alkylbenzenes may classify under Chapter 29 as separate aromatic chemicals rather than mixed preparations of heading 3817.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 41.5%

If heavily diluted with solvents or additives

Mixed alkylbenzenes formulated with other substances for specific applications fall under chemical preparations in 3824 rather than pure mixed alkylbenzenes.

2710.19.11Lower: 25% vs 41.5%

If containing mainly petroleum oils

Alkylbenzenes derived from petroleum fractions with significant oil content classify under petroleum oils per Chapter 27 exclusions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify purity levels (>99%) and C10-C13 chain distribution via certificate of analysis to confirm classification; ensure SDS includes exact composition to avoid reclassification as unspecified mixtures; check for environmental compliance with TSCA registration for chemical imports