Stabilized Diethyl Ether from Germany
Diethyl ether with added BHT stabilizer to prevent peroxide formation during storage/transport. Permitted under Chapter 29 note (f) as stabilizer necessary for preservation; remains classified as 2909.11.00.00.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
11%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document stabilizer type/concentration; BHT typically 0.001-0.01%, ethanol not permitted
• Peroxide test strips must accompany shipment showing <0.001% peroxides
• Avoid antioxidant levels suggesting specific industrial formulation (reclassifies to 3824)