Crude MDI from Germany
Crude MDI contains oligomeric impurities but remains a chemically defined diisocyanate for industrial use. Falls under HTS 2929.10.55.00 per additional U.S. note 3, allowing impurities as per chapter note 1(a).
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
• Impurity levels must not change principal character; use ISO tanks
• Pitfall: classifying as petrochemical under Chapter 27 if hydrocarbons dominate