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Sorbic Acid Flakes (Industrial Preservative) from Germany

Flaked sorbic acid for industrial applications including feed preservation and technical formulations, recognized as a pure unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid. Classified specifically under HTS 2916.19.20.00 per HTS nomenclature for sorbic acid. High purity with anti-caking additives permitted under Chapter 29 note (f).

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

• Document stabilizer content under Chapter 29 note (f) limits; provide end-use statements distinguishing from food/pharma grades; ensure flake form doesn't trigger 'preparation' classification