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Food Grade Sodium Benzoate from Germany

FCC-grade sodium benzoate for use in carbonated beverages and sauces, preventing microbial growth. Classified as benzoic acid salt HTS 2916.31.11.

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

Prior Approval Import (PAI) may be required; test for benzene formation potential; label with E211 identifier

Food Grade Sodium Benzoate from Germany — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2916.31.11