1,4-Butanediol Dimethyl Ether from Germany
1,4-Butanediol dimethyl ether (BDE) features methyl ethers on both ends of dihydric 1,4-butanediol. Classified HTS 2909.19.60.00 as acyclic polyhydric alcohol ether, chemically defined. Alternative diesel fuel additive.
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
• Cetane number and energy content data for fuel additive validation
• Distinguish from toxic 1,4-dioxane (cyclic ether, heading 2932)
• Biodegradation testing for environmental release permits