Diethylene Glycol for Polyester Production from Germany
Polymer-grade 2,2'-Oxydiethanol specifically purified for PET resin manufacturing with low acetaldehyde content (<10 ppm). Imported as a separate chemically defined ether-alcohol under HTS 2909.41.00.00 per Chapter Note (a). Critical intermediate for bottle-grade polyester production.
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
• Require manufacturer's specification sheet showing diol content ≥99.8%, acidity <50 ppm, and water <0.05%
• Color (APHA ≤10) and haze specifications critical for polymer applications
• Segregate from monoethylene glycol shipments to prevent cross-contamination claims