Fumaric Acid for Paper Sizing from Germany
Fumaric acid used in alkyl ketene dimer production for paper sizing agents. Pure form qualifies under HTS 2917.19.1700 as other acyclic polycarboxylic acid per Chapter 29 chemical compound provisions.
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
• Specify paper industry end-use in commercial invoice
• Monitor TSCA inventory status for US chemical import
• Ensure moisture content <0.5% for sizing grade specs