4-Phenylbutyl Acrylate from Germany
4-Phenylbutyl acrylate provides hydrophobic aromatic character for water-resistant coatings and pressure-sensitive adhesives. The extended alkyl chain with terminal phenyl qualifies as aromatic acrylic ester under HTS 2916.12.10.00. Low Tg enables soft, tacky polymers.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Chain length affects classification threshold—verify C6H5-(CH2)4- vs longer chains potentially aliphatic
• High boiling point (315°C) requires bulk container stability data for ocean shipment
• Common misclassification as aliphatic ester; HPLC retention time confirms aromatic substitution