Petrolia LAB Detergent Feedstock from Mexico
Petrolia LAB is technical-grade mixed linear alkylbenzene with 11-14 carbon linear chains, optimized as feedstock for biodegradable anionic surfactants in laundry powders. It qualifies for HTS 3817.00.10.00 due to its defined linear alkylbenzene structure per tariff specifications.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include gas chromatography analysis proving linear vs. branched isomer ratio; register under TSCA if new formulation; avoid common pitfall of mislabeling as 'alkylbenzene sulfonic acid' which changes classification