Valeric Acid from Germany
Valeric acid (pentanoic acid) is a straight-chain saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid with the formula C4H9COOH, falling under 'other' in HTS 2915.60.50.00. It serves as an intermediate in ester production for fragrances and pharmaceuticals.
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
• Provide GC-MS analysis to distinguish from isomers and confirm classification as pure pentanoic acid
• Declare correct UN 2050 Hazard Class 8; common pitfall is inadequate spill containment documentation
• Check for stabilizer additions per Chapter Note (f); excess additives may shift to mixtures classification