Ethylparaben Pharmaceutical Grade from Germany
Ethylparaben (ethyl 4-hydroxybenzoate) is a benzoic acid ester used extensively in pharmaceutical formulations as an antifungal preservative. HTS 2916.31.30.00 applies as it's enumerated in additional U.S. note 3 to section VI for quota management.
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 pharmacopeial certificate (USP/EP) verifying pharmaceutical grade specifications
• Declare exact CAS 120-47-8 and ensure packaging prevents moisture absorption
• Track license validity as quota year resets annually on January 1