Diethyl L-tartrate

Diethyl L-tartrate contains a five-membered lactone-like structure in tartaric acid derivatives with oxygen heteroatoms, classified under HTS 2932.20.50 per ester rules. Used as chiral auxiliary in asymmetric synthesis.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China3.7%β€”3.7%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico3.7%β€”3.7%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada3.7%β€”3.7%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany3.7%β€”3.7%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan3.7%β€”3.7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2918.12.00.00Higher: 35% vs 3.7%

If classified as tartaric acid ester

Chapter notes specify ester classification follows parent acid heading.

3802.90.50Higher: 39.8% vs 3.7%

If pre-complexed with titanium for TADDOLATE catalyst

Organometallic complexes shift to organic catalyst classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Enantiomeric excess (>99% ee) certification mandatory for research grade

β€’ Light-sensitive; amber glass bottles required for stability

β€’ Avoid 'catalyst' declaration which may trigger different documentation