Dimethyl Oxalate from Germany
Dimethyl oxalate (CH3OOC-CO-OCH3) is the dimethyl ester of oxalic acid used as solvent and chemical intermediate. HTS 2917.11.00.00 covers oxalic acid esters per heading description and chapter ester classification notes. Liquid organic compound meeting chapter 29 purity requirements.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
13.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide GC/MS analysis showing >99% ester purity to confirm chapter 29 vs chapter 38 mixtures
• Classify as UN2920 corrosive liquid; ensure proper DOT/IMDG packaging and declaration
• Include flash point data (65°C) and handling precautions in shipping documents