Ethyl Methyl Oxalate from Germany
Mixed ester ethyl methyl oxalate (CH3OOC-COO-C2H5) used as specialty solvent and intermediate. Covered by HTS 2917.11.00.00 as oxalic acid ester per chapter classification rules. Bp 165-170°C colorless liquid.
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
• NMR spectrum confirms ester ratio; declare as specific mixed ester not simple mixture
• UN1993 flammable liquid; lower flash point (52°C) than symmetrical diesters
• Rare compound; provide synthesis route/method confirmation for customs verification