Dipropyl Azelate from Germany
Dipropyl azelate, the dipropyl ester of azelaic acid (nonanedioic acid), functions as a plasticizer and solvent in coatings. Classified in HTS 2917.13.00.90 as an 'other' azelaic acid ester, meeting Chapter 29 criteria for separate chemically defined compounds without excluded additives.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
4.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Confirm n-propyl vs isopropyl via GC; isomer affects potential reclassification
• Low-volume imports (<100kg) still require full chemical documentation for CBP review
• Segregate from adipate esters in warehouse to prevent cross-contamination affecting test results