Polysebacic Acid Polymer from Germany
Low molecular weight polysebacic acid (oligomer <1000 Da), used in drug delivery systems. Technically the polymer but classified as sebacic acid derivative under HTS 2917.13.00 when not meeting polymer definitions. Meets chapter 29 compound criteria.
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
• GPC molecular weight distribution required to prove oligomer status vs true polymer (3903)
• Biomedical grade requires DMF filing with FDA
• Sterile packaging mandatory for pharma imports