Lithium Formate from Germany
Lithium formate serves as a component in lithium battery electrolytes and pharmaceutical intermediates. As a formic acid salt, it is classified under HTS 2915.12.00.00. Imported for advanced materials and battery manufacturing.
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
• Battery material importers need REACH-like documentation chain for supply verification
• Specify anhydrous vs monohydrate form affecting density declarations
• Avoid 'lithium salt' generic terms triggering ITAR reviews