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Vista Linear Alkylbenzene C10-13

Vista LAB C10-13 is a standard mixed linear alkylbenzene with controlled C10-C13 chain lengths, widely used in household dishwashing liquid production via LAS sulfonation. This product precisely matches HTS 3817.00.10.00 criteria for mixed linear alkylbenzenes used in detergent manufacturing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+37.5%44%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2710.12.15Lower: 25% vs 44%

If light oil fractions with LAB content

Petroleum light oils containing alkylbenzenes as minor components classify under Chapter 27 petroleum products.

2934.99Lower: 19% vs 44%

If nucleic acid surfactant precursors

Specialty alkylbenzenes designed for nucleic acid applications may fall under Chapter 29 heterocyclic compounds.

3808.91.50.01Lower: 42.5% vs 44%

If pesticide insecticide formulations

Alkylbenzenes used as pesticide solvents with specified active ingredients shift to heading 3808.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Confirm carbon chain distribution via NMR spectroscopy documentation; maintain temperature-controlled shipping to prevent solidification; file EPA pre-manufacture notice if modified formulation