Food-Grade CO2 for Beverage Carbonation from Germany
Ultra-high purity carbon dioxide (99.99%) used to carbonate soft drinks, beer, and sparkling water in the food and beverage industry. Falls under HTS 2811.21.00.00 as pure carbon dioxide, an inorganic oxygen compound of nonmetals, explicitly included in Chapter 28 note 2(a).
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 FDA prior notice and food-grade certifications (e.g
• USP 99.5% purity) for seamless clearance
• Label as 'food contact substance' if applicable to prevent reclassification