2,5-Furandicarboxylic Acid from Germany
2,5-Furandicarboxylic acid (FDCA) is a bio-based aromatic diacid with unfused furan ring, key monomer for polyethylene furanoate (PEF). Used in sustainable plastics replacing PET. HTS 2932.19.10.00 for aromatic furan compounds.
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
• Certify polymer-grade purity (>99%) with HPLC chromatograms
• Document bio-based origin but classify by chemical structure, not end-use
• Dual acid functions don't trigger 2917; remains in 2932 per notes