High-Proof Ethanol 90% for Essential Oil Extraction from Germany
90% ABV undenatured ethyl alcohol employed as solvent for extracting essential oils from botanicals in aromatherapy production. Qualifies for 2207.10.60 nonbeverage industrial extraction ≥80% vol.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide processing flowcharts showing solvent recovery to prove nonbeverage consumption
• ABV measured at 20°C per chapter notes; slight variations affect proof duty significantly