Mandelic Acid Isopropyl Ester from Germany
Isopropyl ester of phenylglycolic acid, suiting HTS 2918.19.1500 as an 'other' aromatic ester with the specified oxygen functions, used in fragrance intermediates.
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 branching via spectroscopy to confirm isopropyl vs n-propyl for accurate heading
• Monitor flash point for IMDG sea shipment as flammable liquid
• Separate from polymer precursors to avoid chapter 39 misrouting