Sebacic Acid Monomethyl Ester from Germany
Monomethyl sebacate is a half-ester of sebacic acid used in specialty polyester synthesis and pharmaceutical intermediates. Falls under HTS 2917.13.00.90 as an 'other' sebacic acid derivative, qualifying as a chemically defined acyclic polycarboxylic acid ester.
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
• Distinguish from diesters via HPLC certificate; monoester purity critical for 2917 classification
• Pharma intermediate imports require DMF filing or equivalent quality documentation
• Avoid generic 'sebacic derivatives' description; specify exact ester on entry summary