Azelainic Acid from Germany
Azelainic acid (nonanedioic acid) used in cosmetics (15% acne cream) and polymer production. Although sometimes confused with specific subheadings, classified as 'other' acyclic polycarboxylic acid under 2917.19.70.50. Chemically defined dicarboxylic acid meeting Chapter 29 scope.
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
• For cosmetic use, provide both chemical CoA and FDA cosmetic notification
• Distinguish from pharmaceutical grade requiring FDA drug master file