Crude Glycerol from Soybean Oil Transesterification from Germany
Byproduct crude glycerol from soybean oil biodiesel production, containing catalyst and methanol impurities at 82% glycerol content. Falls squarely under HTS 1520.00.00.00 for crude industrial glycerol.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Methanol content declaration essential; >6% may require hazmat shipping
• GMO-free certs for soy origin if targeting organic markets
• Avoid blending with refined grades to maintain crude status