Fumaric Acid (Industrial Grade) from Germany
Pure fumaric acid (trans-butenedioic acid) used primarily in industrial applications such as polymer production and chemical synthesis. This acyclic polycarboxylic acid falls under HTS 2917.19.1700 as 'other' fumaric acid, distinct from food-grade preparations. It meets Chapter 29 criteria for separate chemically defined organic compounds.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
14.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify purity levels (>99%) via Certificate of Analysis to confirm industrial classification and avoid food-grade HTS
• Include SDS and chemical passport for hazardous material handling during customs clearance
• Ensure proper labeling as 'not for food use' to prevent reclassification under food additive provisions