2-Methyltetrahydrofuran from Germany
2-Methyltetrahydrofuran is a substituted derivative of tetrahydrofuran, listed under HTS 2932.99.61.00 as a heterocyclic oxygen compound per additional U.S. note 3. Used as green solvent alternative in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.628.5%Pharmaceuticals: patented pharma from JP/EU/KR/CH/LI — 15% floor rate
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Include bio-based content certification for sustainability claims
• Classify as flammable liquid UN2536 with appropriate packaging
• Maintain GC purity certificates (>99%) for pharmaceutical grade imports