Mixed Aromatics Fumaric Acid from Germany
Fumaric acid from coker light oil (mixed aromatics) processing, used in paper sizing and food preservation. HTS 2917.19.1500 applies due to partial aromatic hydrocarbon derivation meeting chapter specificity. Exceeds 99% purity for technical grade.
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
• Provide BTX (benzene-toluene-xylene) content analysis of source material
• Ensure <0.1% heavy metals for paper industry specifications
• Declare assay method (titration or HPLC) on certificate of analysis