Methyl Oleate Biofuel Grade from Germany
Methyl ester of oleic acid produced via transesterification, classified under 'other' oleic acid esters in HTS 2916.15.51.00 per chapter note on ester classification. Used as biodiesel component or lubricant base stock. Qualifies as chemically defined organic compound ester of Chapter 29 acid.
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 transesterification process documentation proving methyl oleate as principal component
• Include biodiesel specification sheets (ASTM D6751 compliance) to support end-use declaration
• Ensure no methanol residue exceeds transport safety limits per Chapter 29 note (e)