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Stabilized Isopropyl Alcohol with Bitrex from Germany

Propan-2-ol with added denatonium benzoate (Bitrex) emetic for safety identification in industrial applications. Classifiable under 2905.12.0050 per chapter note (g) as addition for safety without rendering specific for particular use. Prevents accidental ingestion in manufacturing settings.

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

• Document Bitrex addition as safety emetic only; quantify <0.1% to stay within note (g) allowances

• Provide SDS highlighting non-specific use post-addition

• Avoid over-addition that could imply formulation for consumer safety products