Tetrahydrofurfuryl Alcohol from Germany
Tetrahydrofurfuryl alcohol is the hydrogenated alcohol derivative of furfuryl alcohol with unfused oxygen-heteroatom ring. Used as green solvent in coatings. HTS 2932.19.51.00 covers hydrogenated furan structures meeting Chapter 29 purity criteria.
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 hydrogenation degree via IR spectroscopy showing no C=C bonds
• UN 2050 flammable liquid; flash point 68°C requires specific drum liners
• Biobased content certification affects green procurement preferences