Caproic Acid from Germany
Caproic acid (hexanoic acid) is a C6 saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid used in coconut flavorings, pharmaceuticals, and lubricants. It qualifies for HTS 2915.29.50.00 as 'other' in this saturated acid category.
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
• Submit NMR spectra confirming straight-chain structure vs branched isomers
• Comply with TSCA registration for chemical substances entering commerce
• Prevent reclassification as fatty acid from natural sources (Chapter 15 exclusion risk)