Sorbitol Hexaethyl Ether from Germany
Sorbitol hexaethyl ether is the fully perethylated derivative of hexahydric sorbitol, creating six ethyl ether linkages. Meets HTS 2909.19.60.00 criteria as chemically defined acyclic ether of polyhydric alcohol per Chapter 29 notes. Used in carbohydrate chemistry research.
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
• Include NMR spectrum or etherification analysis to confirm complete substitution
• Small volume research chemicals need research exemption declarations
• Verify not sugar ether of heading 2940 which would supersede classification