Diphenyl Ether (Diphenyl Oxide) from Germany
Diphenyl ether is a high-boiling aromatic ether used as heat transfer fluid. Classified under HTS 2909.30.60.00 as 'other' aromatic ether. Widely imported for industrial thermal applications.
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
• Specify azeotrope composition if blended with biphenyl (Therminol VP-1 type)
• Use steel drums with nitrogen padding for transoceanic shipment stability
• Declare flash point (239°F) for proper IMDG Class 9 hazardous material handling