Industrial Grade Diethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether from Germany
Industrial Butyl Carbitol for paint thinners and cleaners, chemically defined as diethylene glycol monobutyl ether. HTS 2909.43.00.00 applies to this non-halogenated, non-sulfonated ether-alcohol.
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
• Certify industrial vs consumer use; IBC drum labeling required
• Common error: classifying with colorants as Chapter 32