Pentyl Valerate from Germany
Pentyl valerate (amyl pentanoate) is an ester of pentanoic acid with pentanol, under HTS 2915.60.50.00 as 'other' C5 acid derivative. Used in artificial fruit essences.
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
• High boiling point; provide flash point data for Class 3 if applicable
• Ensure ester purity; hydrolysis products reclassify as free acids
• Flavor chemical; EU REACH compliance may apply for US imports