2909.30.40.00/1,4-Dimethoxybenzene (Hydroquinone Dimethyl Ether)/Germany

1,4-Dimethoxybenzene (Hydroquinone Dimethyl Ether) from Germany

1,4-Dimethoxybenzene serves as a synthetic intermediate and polymer additive, characterized as an aromatic diether. Classified in HTS 2909.30.40.00 under additional U.S. note 3 for specified aromatic ethers.

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%

Calculate with your customs value Verify classification with AI

Import Tips

• Certify isomer purity (>99%) to avoid mixture classification issues

• Include end-use statement if for polymer manufacturing to support valuation

• Watch for reclassification as photographic chemical (3707) if specialized