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Industrial Grade DMT for PET Resin Production from Germany

Industrial dimethyl terephthalate specifically formulated for PET resin manufacturing via melt-phase polymerization. Falls under HTS 2917.37.00.00 as a chemically defined aromatic polycarboxylic ester per Chapter 29 note (a). Widely used in bottle-grade PET production.

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

• Include manufacturer's specification sheet confirming DMT content >99% for Customs verification

• Label containers with GHS pictograms (flammable solid, irritant) per OSHA HazCom standards

• For trans-Pacific shipments, ensure holds are nitrogen-purged to prevent oxidation during transit