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2902.90.40.00/1,4-Di-(2-methylstyryl)benzene Optical Brightener Base/Germany

1,4-Di-(2-methylstyryl)benzene Optical Brightener Base from Germany

Base material 1,4-Di-(2-methylstyryl)benzene for producing optical brighteners, listed in HTS 2902.90.40.00. Pure form before formulation into excluded products. Cyclic hydrocarbon per chapter scope.

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%
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Import Tips

• Distinguish from finished brighteners via formulation docs

• UV stabilizer cert if added

• Small package for R&D avoids bulk duties