Maleic Acid from Germany
Maleic acid, the dicarboxylic acid isomer of fumaric acid, used in epoxy resins, coatings, and agricultural chemicals. Directly listed under HTS 2917.19.20.00 as a specified acyclic polycarboxylic acid.
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
• CAS 110-16-7 confirmation and purity specs required for proper classification
• Avoid contamination with fumaric acid which may affect tariff treatment
• Check quantitative import limits specified in additional U.S. note 3