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Isocaproic Acid from Germany

Isocaproic acid (4-methylpentanoic acid) is a branched saturated acyclic C6 monocarboxylic acid used in fragrances, lubricants, and biochemical research. Classified in HTS 2915.90.50.50 as it does not match enumerated specific acids in heading 2915.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

15%

Rate breakdown

9903.04.6211.2%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma from JP/EU/KR/CH/LI — 15% floor rate
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

CAS 646-07-1 certification required for customs verification

Low melting point (-34°C); ensure heated transport if solidified

Separate from straight-chain caproic acid documentation to avoid statistical reporting errors

Isocaproic Acid from Germany — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2915.90.50.50