Ethylvanillin with Stabilizer from Germany
Ethylvanillin containing added stabilizer necessary for transport and preservation, as permitted by Chapter 29 note (f). Remains classified under HTS 2912.42.00.00 since stabilizer does not render it suitable for specific use beyond general chemical handling. Used in pharmaceutical flavor masking.
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
• Document stabilizer type/percentage to prove compliance with Chapter note (f) limitations
• Avoid overuse of stabilizers which could trigger reclassification as 3824 mixture
• Include material safety data sheets specifying stabilizer identity and safety profile