Dimer Acid (Aromatic-Derived) from Germany
Dimer acids are high molecular weight acyclic dicarboxylic acids produced by dimerization of unsaturated fatty acids from aromatic petroleum fractions. Falls under HTS 2917.19.40.00 as acyclic polycarboxylic acids derived from aromatic hydrocarbons. Primarily used in polyamide hot melt adhesives.
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
• Require GC-MS analysis proving aromatic hydrocarbon content >0% for this derivation subheading
• Watch for anti-dusting agents; Chapter 29 note (g) allows minor additions but not functional modifications