Cobalt Diacetate for Polyester Catalysis from Germany
High-purity cobalt diacetate specifically manufactured for use as catalyst in polyester fiber production, still classified as the pure compound under HTS 2915.29.30.00. The end-use doesn't change classification per Chapter 29 notes excluding specific use preparations.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.6210.8%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma from JP/EU/KR/CH/LI — 15% floor rate
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Include manufacturer spec sheet confirming chemical identity despite catalysis grade; cobalt content declaration required for REACH compliance
• Pitfall: industrial packaging may trigger set classification review