Terephthalic Acid (PTA) from Germany
Terephthalic acid is an aromatic polycarboxylic acid with two carboxyl groups attached to a benzene ring, used primarily as a raw material for producing polyethylene terephthalate (PET) resins and fibers. It falls under HTS 2917.39.70.00 as an aromatic polycarboxylic acid that is neither specifically listed nor phthalic acid. This white crystalline powder is essential in the plastics and textile industries.
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
• Verify purity levels (>99.8%) with Certificates of Analysis (COA) to confirm classification as chemically defined compound
• Ensure proper Hazard Communication labeling as it's a respiratory irritant; DOT shipping papers required