Butyraldehyde for Plasticizer Production from Germany
Technical grade normal butyraldehyde dedicated for 2-ethylhexanol production used in DOP plasticizers. Pure normal isomer qualifies for HTS 2912.19.25.00 as acyclic aldehyde without other oxygen function. Meets Chapter 29 requirements for chemically defined compounds.
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
• Link end-use declaration to plasticizer manufacturers to support industry-specific duty programs
• Batch test for aldehyde content using hydroxylamine titration method for CBP laboratory verification
• Coordinate with downstream manufacturers for bonded warehouse transfers avoiding immediate duty payment