Isobutyl Formate from Germany
Isobutyl formate (HCOOCH2CH(CH3)2) acts as a volatile solvent in inks and adhesives. HTS 2915.13.5000 covers this as an 'other' formic acid ester per Chapter 29's acyclic saturated monocarboxylic acid derivatives.
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
• Provide EPA VOC exemption documentation if applicable
• Include refractive index specs (1.385-1.390) for quality verification
• Use UN-approved containers for volatile liquid shipping