Bio-Based Sebacic Acid Granules from Germany
Renewable sebacic acid granules from castor, granulated for metering in biodegradable polymer production. Classified HTS 2917.13.0030 regardless of bio-origin.
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
• Claim bio-preferred status with ISO 16128 cert; verify C14 dating for renewability
• Pitfall: Natural origin doesn't change to Chapter 15