Neodene Linear Alkylbenzene 123 from China
Neodene 123 is a commercial-grade mixed linear alkylbenzene featuring average C12 alkyl chain length, produced via HF or solid acid catalysis for detergent-grade LAS production. Classified under HTS 3817.00.10.00 specifically for its linear alkylbenzene composition, excluding branched isomers.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
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
• Obtain manufacturer's specification sheet confirming linear isomer content >95% to distinguish from branched alkylbenzenes; prepare for CBP review of molecular weight distribution; ensure proper UN packaging certification for flammable liquid transport