Diphenyl Ether from Germany
Diphenyl ether (phenyl ether) is used as a heat transfer fluid and chemical intermediate, qualifying as a basic aromatic ether. Falls under HTS 2909.30.40.00 per additional U.S. note 3 specifications.
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
• Provide thermal stability data for high-temperature applications
• Certify <0.1% chlorinated impurities to maintain 2909 classification
• Declare DOT proper shipping name 'Diphenyl ether' for hazmat