Ethyl Lactate from Germany

Ethyl lactate, the ethyl ester of lactic acid, is classified under HTS 2918.11.51.00 as 'other' lactic acid esters per Chapter 29 note on ethyl esters. Biodegradable solvent used in electronics cleaning, pharmaceuticals, and food flavoring.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

3.4%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Include REACH registration if European origin; US TSCA declaration required for chemical import

Specify food-grade vs industrial-grade with appropriate certifications to match tariff treatment

Ethyl Lactate from Germany — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2918.11.51.00