Suberic Acid Monomethyl Ester from Germany
Suberic acid monomethyl ester (HOOC(CH2)6CO2CH3), half-ester derivative used in polymer synthesis. Classifies HTS 2917.19.70 following parent suberic acid per Chapter 29 ester classification rules. Single ester group maintains acid-function classification.
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
• Provide acid/ester equivalent weight analysis confirming mono-esterification
• Include HPLC chromatogram showing single peak purity >98%
• Declare residual solvent levels per ICH Q3C guidelines