Ammonium Propionate from Germany
Ammonium propionate (NH4C2H5COO) serves as a dough conditioner and intermediate for other propionates. As a salt of propionic acid, classified under HTS 2915.50.50.00 per chapter note C(1) for organic salts. White crystalline solid.
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
• Analyze ammonia evolution at baking temperatures for food safety compliance
• Classify as UN 1993 flammable liquid if aqueous solution exceeds flammability limits
• Distinguish from fertilizer ammonium salts (Chapter 31) by food-grade specifications