Food-Grade Acetic Acid 99% from Germany
Purified acetic acid suitable for food processing like vinegar concentration, classified under HTS 2915.21.00.00 as a chemically defined compound not excluded by chapter notes on ethyl alcohol or food products. Purity ensures it's not vinegar.
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
• FDA prior notice required; Kosher/Halal certs aid compliance
• Pitfall: concentration >20% avoids vinegar duty but needs clear non-beverage declaration