Sorbic Acid from Germany
Sorbic acid is an unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid (hexa-2,4-dienoic acid) used primarily as a food preservative. It qualifies under HTS 2916.19.30.00 as a chemically defined unsaturated straight-chain monocarboxylic acid per Chapter 29 note (a). Effective against mold and yeast in food applications.
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
• FDA prior notice required for food use; provide GRAS affirmation and purity certificate
• Classify as acid, not salt - potassium sorbate goes to 2916.19.50.00
• Common misclassification under 2916.19.10 if mistaken for acrylic derivatives