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Maleic Anhydride Flakes from Germany

Maleic anhydride in flake form, a white crystalline solid derived from oxidation of butene, classified under HTS 2917.14.5000 as an acyclic polycarboxylic acid anhydride. Used primarily as a chemical intermediate for resins and coatings, meeting Chapter 29 note requirements for separate chemically defined organic compounds.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify purity certificate (typically >99%) to confirm classification as chemically defined compound under Chapter 29

• Include Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) showing proper UN 2215 shipping name for DOT compliance

• Avoid misclassification as polymer precursor; pure maleic anhydride excludes heading 3900 series