Adipic Acid Derivative (Dibutyl Adipate) from Germany
Dibutyl adipate, an ester derivative of adipic acid, used as a plasticizer in cosmetics and coatings. Falls under HTS 2917.19.27.00 as 'other derivatives' of adipic acid per the subheading scope and Chapter 29 ester classification rules.
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
• Declare exact ester type and acid source; esters follow the parent acid's heading per note 5(A)
• For cosmetic use, pre-register with FDA and provide safety assessments
• Avoid misdeclaration as general esters (2915), which could trigger audits