Ethylene Oxide (Pure) from Germany
Ethylene oxide is a colorless, flammable gas with the chemical formula C2H4O, classified as a three-membered ring epoxide under HTS 2910.10.00.00. It serves as a fundamental organic compound used primarily in industrial synthesis rather than for specific consumer 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
• Classify as hazardous material under DOT regulations with proper UN 1040 labeling
• Provide Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and ensure cylinders meet DOT specifications
• Avoid misclassification as mixtures which may fall outside Chapter 29