trans-2-Butene from Germany
trans-2-Butene, the trans stereoisomer of 2-butene (CH3-CH=CH-CH3), is a separate chemically defined compound under HTS 2901.23.00.00. Commonly used in petrochemical research and isomerization studies.
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 GC-MS analysis confirming >98% purity to avoid mixture classification
• Label containers with UN 1012 for proper hazmat declaration
• Document end-use as research chemical to prevent industrial mixture assumptions