Coal Tar Fumaric Acid Derivative from Germany
Fumaric acid extracted from coal tar light oil fractionation and oxidation, traditional aromatic source for specialty resins. Meets 2917.19.1500 criteria as aromatic-derived acyclic polycarboxylic acid. Historical production method still used in some regions.
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
• Include coal tar PAH analysis to address environmental entry requirements
• Verify naphthalene/benzene precursors in process description
• Certify dioxin/furan levels <1 ppt for unrestricted commerce