Di-(2,2,6,6-tetramethyl-4-hydroxy-piperidine)sebacate from Germany
Di-(2,2,6,6-tetramethyl-4-hydroxy-piperidine)sebacate is a hindered amine light stabilizer (HALS) explicitly listed under HTS 2933.39.20.00. Used as a polymer additive to prevent UV degradation in plastics and coatings.
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
• Provide polymer additive end-use statement to distinguish from pharmaceutical intermediates
• Include TSCA certification for plastic additives entering US market
• Verify REACH authorization for HALS used in food-contact materials