Sebacic Acid (HOOC-(CH2)8-COOH) from Germany
Sebacic acid is a straight-chain dicarboxylic acid with the formula HOOC-(CH2)8-COOH, classified under HTS 2917.13.0030 as an acyclic polycarboxylic acid. It is a white crystalline powder primarily used in industrial applications such as plasticizer production and nylon manufacturing.
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
• Verify purity levels (>99%) via Certificate of Analysis to confirm classification; ensure proper chemical labeling per DOT and TSCA regulations
• Common pitfall: misclassifying esters as the acid itself