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Import Duty on Linear alkylbenzene sulphonic acids and their salts

HS Code 3402 · MFN rates across 10 countries · 107 tariff lines · Updated 2026-03-29

MFN Duty Rates by Country

Average Most Favoured Nation applied tariff rates for Linear alkylbenzene sulphonic acids and their salts (HS 3402). MFN rates apply to all WTO member countries unless a preferential trade agreement is in force. Rates are ad valorem (percentage of customs value). Specific duties (per unit/weight) are not shown in this comparison.

CountryAvg. MFN Rate
🇧🇷 Brazil14.0%
🇲🇽 Mexico10.0%
🇮🇳 India10.0%
🇿🇦 South Africa6.7%
🇨🇳 China6.5%
🇦🇪 UAE5.0%
🇦🇺 Australia5.0%
🇺🇸 United States3.8%
🇬🇧 United Kingdom3.8%
🇹🇭 Thailand2.5%

FTA Preferential Rates

Free trade agreements can reduce or eliminate duty on linear alkylbenzene sulphonic acids and their salts. To claim a preferential rate, the goods must meet rules of origin requirements and be accompanied by a valid certificate of origin or origin declaration.

RouteAgreementRateSaving
United Kingdom → South AfricaUK-SACU-EPA20.0%0.0%Save 20.0%
AO → South AfricaSADC-FTA20.0%0.0%Save 20.0%
NA → South AfricaSADC-FTA20.0%0.0%Save 20.0%
Argentina → South AfricaSACU-MERCOSUR20.0%0.0%Save 20.0%
Brazil → South AfricaSACU-MERCOSUR20.0%0.0%Save 20.0%
UY → South AfricaSACU-MERCOSUR20.0%0.0%Save 20.0%
AO → South AfricaAFCFTA20.0%8.0%Save 12.0%
MU → South AfricaAFCFTA20.0%8.0%Save 12.0%

VAT / GST on Linear alkylbenzene sulphonic acids and their salts

These indirect taxes apply in addition to customs duty. For India, IGST (Integrated GST) is levied on the assessable value plus customs duty. For Brazil, multiple taxes (IPI, PIS, COFINS, ICMS) apply sequentially. The rates below are standard rates — concessional rates may apply.

CountryTaxRate
🇧🇷 BrazilIPI5%
🇮🇳 IndiaGST18%
🇿🇦 South AfricaVAT15%

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Data sources: National customs authorities (CBIC India, HMRC UK, USITC, CBP USA, SARS South Africa), WTO Tariff Profiles, and official gazette notifications. Rates shown are MFN applied rates as of 2026-03-29. Bound rates may differ. Sub-headings within HS 3402 may carry different rates — always verify at the 8 or 10-digit national tariff line for your specific product. This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute customs advice.